1948 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. 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:
| 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | 66 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3902 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
