1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 218 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane. 2006 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fairlane | XK |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
