1948 Allard J1 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 49 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 775 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | J1 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
