1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 26 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 183 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 770 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Polara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today 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 | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Polara | Today |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |