1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1992 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 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 62 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Because 1968 Dodge Polara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Dodge Polara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile 88, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Polara | 88 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |