1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 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 1996 Venturi 400. 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Chrysler | Venturi |
Model | Conquest | 400 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |