1949 Allard J1 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 61 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 241 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Allard J1. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Allard J1 | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
Model | J1 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3310 mm |