2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 36 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 535 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara. 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) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rainier | Polara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
