1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 555 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 has manual transmission. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fairlane | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
