1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Polara | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
