1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 10 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
