1944 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
Because 1944 Oldsmobile 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1944 Oldsmobile 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
| Model | 66 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
