1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1983 Nissan Skyline is newer by 15 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 137 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Nissan Skyline. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Polara | Skyline |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |