1950 Allard J1 vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Allard J1 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1950 Allard J1. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1950 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1950 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Allard J1. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Allard J1. 2011 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1950 Allard J1 has manual transmission. 1950 Allard J1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Allard J1 | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Allard | GMC |
| Model | J1 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
