1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1979 Skoda L is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1979 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, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar MK X | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | MK X | L |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
