1946 Allard J1 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 65 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 971 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 1946 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Allard J1 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Allard | Nissan |
Model | J1 | Quest |
Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |