2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Polara. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Polara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1180 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.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Polara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Polara. (461 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Polara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |
