2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1985 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1985 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 1985 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Jaguar | Ford |
Model | XJ | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 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 Length | 5100 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2950 mm |