1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 37 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 824 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Polara (461 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Polara | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |
