1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 22 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1095 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (474 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Conquest | X5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2934 mm |
