1972 Austin Marina vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 1972 Austin Marina is newer by 4 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 149 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 570 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Marina 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:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Marina | Polara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
