1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 12 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 79 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chrysler Conquest 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Chrysler Mazda
Model Conquest Familia
Year Released 1988 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 1998 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 185 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2270 mm


 

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