1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1997 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1997 Ford Aerostar is newer by 29 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 97 more horse power than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (133 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Aerostar. (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 1997 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Polara | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |