1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 375 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1970 Toyota Century 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 1970 Toyota Century. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Conquest | Century |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
