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Dodge Polara

General information

ModelDodge Polara
Year1968
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating51.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5210 ccm (317.91 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5210 ccm (317.91 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power233.20 PS (172 kW or 230 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Max torque461.00 Nm (47.0 kgf-m or 340.0 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke99.3 x 84.1 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1576 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5780 litres (1,527 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (500.0 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1480 kg (3,262.8 pounds)
Overall length5410 mm (213.0 inches)
Overall width1990 mm (78.3 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase3030 mm (119.3 inches)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.81 gallons)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.82 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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