1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 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 111 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Polara | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
