1949 Allard J1 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 47 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 565 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 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Allard J1 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Allard | Plymouth |
Model | J1 | Voyager |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |