1946 Allard J1 vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 49 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 435 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
