1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 13 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 749 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Polara | Touareg |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
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 | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |