1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 19 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Conquest.

Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Chrysler Conquest 2008 Toyota Tacoma
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Conquest Tacoma
Year Released 1989 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2555 cc 2694 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 186 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 244 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3240 mm


 

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