1946 Allard J1 vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 47 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 605 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 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | J1 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
