1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 30 kg more than 1951 Renault Fregate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Renault Fregate 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 1951 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Conquest | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
