1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 18 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 193 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Conquest | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3110 mm |
