2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 20 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 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 380 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.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5799 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
