1946 Allard J1 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 178 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 1946 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Allard | Honda |
| Model | J1 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
