1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XK | L |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
