1976 Ford Fairlane vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 354 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fairlane | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fairlane | XJS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
