1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1965 Steyr 650T

To start off, 1968 Dodge Polara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Polara (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 980 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 Dodge Polara (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Dodge Polara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Dodge Polara 1965 Steyr 650T
Make Dodge Steyr
Model Polara 650T
Year Released 1968 1965
Engine Size 5210 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 5410 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 1850 mm


 

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