1947 Allard J1 vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1947 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1947 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1947 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Allard J1 | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Allard | Land Rover |
Model | J1 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1947 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3620 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |