2009 Acura TL vs. 1989 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler Conquest. (186 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler Conquest.
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, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1989 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | TL | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
