1952 Allard Safari vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Allard Safari (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Allard Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 566 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Allard Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Allard Safari | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Allard | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Corolla |
Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |