1954 Allard J2 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Allard J2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Allard J2 would be higher. At 5,416 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Allard J2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Allard J2 (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Allard J2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 310 kg more than 1954 Allard J2.
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1954 Allard J2 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Allard | Volkswagen |
Model | J2 | Golf |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5416 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |