1948 Allard J1 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 58 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 3,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 431 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 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1948 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Allard J1 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Allard | Mercury |
| Model | J1 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3915 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 62 L |
