1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 1944 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1984 Buick LeSabre is newer by 40 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, 1984 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1984 Buick LeSabre.
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. 1984 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1944 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick LeSabre | 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LeSabre | 66 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
