1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 18 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 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chrysler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Conquest | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Conquest | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
