1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 10 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 174 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 650 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1978 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1978 Volvo 66 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 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Polara | 66 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 94 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |