Chrysler Conquest

Sports Coupe / Hatchback 1987–1989 176–197 hp Petrol / Turbo 4-cyl

Born from Mitsubishi — the Chrysler Conquest was a turbocharged FWD sports coupe that brought Japanese performance engineering to the Chrysler badge in the late 1980s.

176–197

Horsepower

FWD

Drivetrain

1987

Year Introduced

Turbo

Engine Type

Overview

The Chrysler Conquest was a badge-engineered version of the Mitsubishi Starion — a turbocharged sports coupe developed through Chrysler's joint venture with Mitsubishi Motors. Sold in North America from 1987 to 1989, the Conquest TSi featured a 2.6L turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 176 hp in standard form, with a later 197 hp "Wide Body" Starion being effectively the same car with wider bodywork.

The Conquest offered genuine sports car performance for its era — relatively quick, with sharp front-wheel-drive handling, pop-up headlights, and a wedge-profile body that turned heads. The Mitsubishi Starion/Chrysler Conquest is remembered fondly by 1980s Japanese-American car enthusiasts as a genuinely engaging turbocharged sports coupe.

In Azerbaijan, the Conquest is an exceptional rarity — a niche 1980s Japanese-American sports coupe that appeals to enthusiasts of the era. Three-year production run makes surviving examples scarce.

Key Specifications

Engine: 2.6L Mitsubishi Sirius 4-cyl Turbo (176–197 hp)
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Drive: Front-wheel drive
Wheelbase: 2,438 mm
0–100 km/h: ~7.8s
Fuel consumption: 11.5–14.0 L/100km
Body: 2-door hatchback coupe (liftback)

Variant Comparison

Variant	Powertrain	Power	0–100 km/h	Best For
Conquest TSi	2.6L Turbo	176 hp	~7.8s 0–100	Standard variant, better parts availability
Wide Body / TSi Turbo+	2.6L Turbo upgraded	197 hp	~7.5s 0–100	More performance, collector premium

Competitor Snapshot

Model	Strength	Compromise (Local Context)
Mitsubishi Starion	Same car, Mitsubishi parts easier to source	Less Chrysler heritage badge
Toyota Supra (A60)	Better build quality, smoother inline-6	More expensive, different character
Nissan 300ZX (Z31)	More common, better parts availability	Less exotic styling than the Conquest/Starion

Ownership Cost Estimator (Azerbaijan)

Annual distance (km)Fuel consumption (L/100km)Fuel price ($/L)Annual service budget ($)Annual insurance ($)Annual tire/wheel budget ($)

Estimated annual fuel consumption: 650.0 L/year
Estimated annual fuel cost: $553
Total annual ownership estimate: $3553
Average monthly ownership estimate: $296

Mitsubishi Starion parts are interchangeable — use Starion sourcing channels for parts.
Turbo oil changes: every 5,000 km with full synthetic 5W-30.
The 2.6L turbo is durable but sensitive to oil neglect — check history carefully.

Maintenance & Service in Azerbaijan

Use Mitsubishi Starion parts catalogue — mechanically identical.
Turbo: change oil every 5,000 km and let engine idle for 2 min before shutdown.
Intercooler and all boost plumbing: inspect for cracks and loose connections.
Timing belt: replace every 80,000 km or 5 years.

Used Conquest Buying Checklist

Verify turbo condition — shaft play and oil leaks at compressor housing.
Test boost gauge readings — should hold consistent boost pressure.
Check pop-up headlight mechanism for correct operation.
Inspect for rust on underfloor and around rear wheel arches.
Test all electronics including digital dashboard.

Conquest FAQ — Azerbaijan Buyers

Q: Is the Conquest the same as the Mitsubishi Starion?

Yes — the Chrysler Conquest and Mitsubishi Starion are the same car, sold under different badges as part of the Chrysler-Mitsubishi joint venture. Parts are largely interchangeable, which helps with sourcing.

Q: Is the Conquest a good collector car?

Yes — the Conquest/Starion is increasingly recognised as a classic 1980s sports coupe. Low-mileage, well-maintained examples are becoming increasingly rare and values are rising among 1980s Japanese-American car enthusiasts.

Should You Buy the Chrysler Conquest?

A rare 1980s turbo coupe for enthusiasts — values are rising.

The Chrysler Conquest is an engaging vintage sports coupe with Japanese engineering quality. Choose the best condition example you can find, verify the turbo is in good health, and remember that Mitsubishi Starion parts channels make maintenance more manageable than a purely American-sourced car.