1946 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 738 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3250 mm |
