1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
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 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Conquest | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2634 mm |
