1946 Allard J1 vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 575 kg more than 1946 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1946 Allard J1 (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Allard | Isuzu |
| Model | J1 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
