2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1988 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 2007 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 19 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 621 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick LaCrosse. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick LaCrosse | 1988 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LaCrosse | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
