1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Polara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Polara 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 121 more horse power than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Because 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Polara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer significantly more control. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has manual transmission. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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 | 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Polara | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4233 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
