2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1943 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 63 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Buick Rainier.
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.
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2006 Buick Rainier | 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Rainier | 66 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1943 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |