1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 15 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Conquest | 6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
