1946 Allard J1 vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 57 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 880 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1946 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1946 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
