1949 Allard J1 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 36 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 37 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1949 Allard J1.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Allard | Renault |
| Model | J1 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
