2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 20 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 52 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.
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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Jaguar | Ford |
| Model | XJ8 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2950 mm |
