2002 Acura NSX vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 34 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, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | NSX | Polara |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |