1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 33 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 33 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Supra. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Polara | Supra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 88 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 940 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |