1952 Allard J2R vs. 1981 Buick Estate
To start off, 1981 Buick Estate is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard J2R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard J2R would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard J2R (251 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2R should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 882 kg more than 1952 Allard J2R.
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, 1952 Allard J2R (508 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1981 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Allard | Buick |
| Model | J2R | Estate |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
