1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 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 2013 Porsche 911 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 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Conquest | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
