2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom 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, 1968 Dodge Polara (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2002 Ariel Atom. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom. 1968 Dodge Polara has automatic transmission and 2002 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2002 Ariel Atom 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:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | Ariel | Dodge |
| Model | Atom | Polara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
