1949 Allard J1 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 60 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2. 2009 Land Rover LR2 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. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Allard | Land Rover |
| Model | J1 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
