1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 47 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 216 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2604 mm |
