1946 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1946 Oldsmobile 66 | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | 66 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
