1949 Allard J1 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 46 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 390 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 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | J1 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
