1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 149 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Conquest | Forester |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 318 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2616 mm |