1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 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 12 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota MR2 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 1998 Toyota MR2. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Conquest | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
