1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 24 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 122 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 has manual transmission. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Polara | 190 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |