1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 11 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 44 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (212 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Conquest | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
