1943 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | 66 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3902 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
