1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai

To start off, both 1988 Chrysler Conquest and 1988 Suzuki Samurai were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 117 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 395 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chrysler Conquest 1988 Suzuki Samurai
Make Chrysler Suzuki
Model Conquest Samurai
Year Released 1988 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3450 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2490 mm


 

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