1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1327 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 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Conquest | Armada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3130 mm |
