1948 Allard J1 vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 46 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1095 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.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Allard | Land Rover |
| Model | J1 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
