1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Conquest. (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 780 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Conquest | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Conquest | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3230 mm |
