1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 1983 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1975 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1975 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJS | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
