1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 55 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 82 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Altima, 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Polara | Altima |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |