1980 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 19 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), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 330 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XK |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| 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 | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
