1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Conquest 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 41 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 370 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Conquest | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Conquest | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2930 mm |
