1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Conquest would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 615 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Astro | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
