1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 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 45 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 190 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chrysler | Kia |
Model | Conquest | Sportage |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |