1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 43 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 487 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Polara | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Polara | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1967 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |