1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 17 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 72 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 545 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Conquest | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
