1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 1968 Dodge Polara (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 319 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Polara | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
