1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1987 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 525 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1987 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
