1946 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 59 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 72 kg more than 1946 Allard J1.
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, 1946 Allard J1 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1212 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2990 mm |
