1952 Allard Safari vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 54 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 156 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Allard Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Allard | Suzuki |
| Model | Safari | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 56 L |
