1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 26 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 28 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Polara. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | Polara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
