1948 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 61 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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1948 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1948 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Allard J1 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Allard J1. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Allard J1. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1948 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1948 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Allard J1 | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Allard | Suzuki |
Model | J1 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |