1952 Allard J2R vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada 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 5,415 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard J2R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard J2R (251 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2R should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 327 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Allard | Ford |
| Model | J2R | Granada |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |
