1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant Scimitar 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 90 more horse power than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 438 kg more than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Reliant Scimitar 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 1985 Reliant Scimitar. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Reliant |
| Model | Conquest | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2140 mm |
