1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 219 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.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2604 mm |
