1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 139 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Conquest | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
