1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 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 157 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Polo, 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Polo. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polara | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
