1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 38 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 107 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter 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 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Polara | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
