1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 26 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 19 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 273 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Escape |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
