1980 Ford Falcon vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 195 kg more than 1980 Ford Falcon. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XK |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 615 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
