1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 27 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Falcon | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XJ |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
