1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Conquest | Equator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
