1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 455 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chrysler Conquest | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Conquest | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |