1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera 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 126 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 580 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Sera, 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) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Sera has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Sera 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 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Polara | Sera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
