1949 Allard J1 vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 32 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, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 790 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.
Because 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Allard J1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Allard | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | J1 | G |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
