1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1989 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Conquest.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1989 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Chrysler |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
