1946 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 60 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 905 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 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1946 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Allard | Mercury |
| Model | J1 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
