1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 41 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 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 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Polara | S2000 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |