1952 Allard J2R vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 41 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 34 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2R should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 422 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J2R | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
