2006 Acura RSX vs. 1986 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX.
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, 1986 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1986 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | RSX | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
