1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1973 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1973 Holden Belmont is newer by 5 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 114 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Holden Belmont. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 1973 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Polara | Belmont |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |