1949 Allard J1 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 455 kg more than 1949 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Allard | Plymouth |
Model | J1 | Volare |
Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 5896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |