1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor 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 117 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 166 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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 Toyota Condor 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor 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 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Polara | Condor |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |