1949 Allard J1 vs. 1984 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1984 Toyota Camry is newer by 35 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, 1949 Allard J1 (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Allard J1 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Allard J1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Allard J1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1984 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J1 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
