1946 Allard J1 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 67 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1946 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1946 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1553 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Allard J1. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Allard J1 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3302 mm |
