1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 40 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 90 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 925 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
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, 2008 Nissan Sentra, 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Polara | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
