1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 14 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 47 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Maxima. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Conquest | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
