1948 Allard J1 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee 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 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 360 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 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Allard | Jeep |
Model | J1 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |