1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 13 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 54 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
Model | Terios | Conquest |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |