1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Conquest 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 131 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 491 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
