1949 Allard J1 vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 43 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, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 270 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J1 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
