2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Dodge Polara
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 19 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 267 kg more than 1968 Dodge Polara.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Polara (461 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Dodge Polara | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Dakota | Polara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
