2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1968 Dodge Polara (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 475 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Astro | Polara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
