1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 67 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Polara | Legacy |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |