1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1992 Ford Fairlane is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 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, 1972 Jaguar XJ (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 1972 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fairlane | XJ |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2870 mm |
