1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 42 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 3 more horse power than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 246 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Polara | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |