1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane 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 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fairlane | XJ |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3170 mm |
