1952 Allard J2R vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 59 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 85 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard J2R should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 580 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard J2R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard J2R | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | J2R | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5415 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 880 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
