1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 107 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Polara | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
