1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 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 181 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 736 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Polara (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Polara | Familia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2200 mm |