1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 54 kg more than 1991 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fairlane | XK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
