2001 Acura RSX vs. 1988 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 103 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1988 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | RSX | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
