1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 9 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 262 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Viper | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
