1948 Allard J1 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1948 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, 1948 Allard J1 (305 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (157 Nm). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Allard | Volvo |
Model | J1 | 940 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3915 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |