1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 39 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Because 1968 Dodge Polara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Dodge Polara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Altima 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 | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Polara | Altima |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
