1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 295 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Falcon | XJ |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
