1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2005 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2005 MCC ForTwo 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 181 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 MCC ForTwo. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 MCC ForTwo 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 | 2005 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Dodge | MCC |
| Model | Polara | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1810 mm |
