1949 Allard J1 vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 49 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 815 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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1949 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1949 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Allard | GMC |
| Model | J1 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
