1949 Allard J1 vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 40 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 6 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Allard J1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 935 kg more than 1949 Allard J1.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 1989 Nissan Patrol 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | J1 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2980 mm |
