1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 14 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), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 220 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | S-10 | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1999 | 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 | 177 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
