1946 Allard J1 vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 53 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 510 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 1999 Dodge Dakota 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | J1 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
