2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1986 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade 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, 1986 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 536 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1986 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1986 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charade | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 2555 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
