1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 248 kg more than 1986 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fairlane | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2909 mm |
