2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest

To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 16 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 74 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.

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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.

Compare all specifications:

2001 De Tomaso Guara 1985 Dodge Conquest
Make De Tomaso Dodge
Model Guara Conquest
Year Released 2001 1985
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 2555 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 301 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 413 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1206 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2450 mm


 

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