1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 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 40 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Conquest | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2616 mm |
