1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 44 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 59 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 18 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, 2012 Ford Escape, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Polara | Escape |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| 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 | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
