1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 28 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Polara (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Polara | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
