1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 137 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara. 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 Maxima, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Polara | Maxima |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 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 | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |