1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana 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) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 621 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Because 2005 Pontiac Montana 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, 2005 Pontiac Montana 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) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Montana. (301 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Polara | Montana |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
