1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 8 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 70 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 595 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera 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, 1996 Opel Frontera 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Conquest | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
