1952 Allard J2R vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 43 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 78 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2R should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 237 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Allard | Toyota |
| Model | J2R | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 186 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 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
