1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Polara | Murano |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |