1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 220 kg more than 1981 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fairlane | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fairlane | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
