1969 Skoda 1202 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 708 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Skoda 1202 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Skoda | Jaguar |
| Model | 1202 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 82 L |
