1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 35 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 89 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Because 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Polara | Xterra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |