1949 Allard J1 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1979 Toyota Mark II is newer by 30 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 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 60 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
