1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK IX | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | MK IX | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
