1948 Allard J1 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 330 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 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 1948 Allard J1 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
