1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 139 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Conquest | Soul |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
