1942 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
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. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1942 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1942 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Oldsmobile 66 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | 66 | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
