1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 8 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 170 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
