1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 21 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 105 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Conquest | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Conquest | A |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
