1968 Dodge Polara vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 45 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 9 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (221 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Polara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Dodge Polara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Polara | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2615 mm |
