1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 119 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Conquest | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2741 mm |
