1948 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 57 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 661 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
