1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 5 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Conquest | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2416 mm |
