1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 36 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 950 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Polara. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Polara | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 99 L |
