1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1989 Ford Capri

To start off, both 1989 Chrysler Conquest and 1989 Ford Capri were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 52 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 235 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Chrysler Conquest 1989 Ford Capri
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Conquest Capri
Year Released 1989 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 186 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2770 mm


 

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