1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 20 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Conquest. (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Conquest | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
