1970 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (47 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 908 kg more than 1970 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda Octavia. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Skoda | Jaguar |
| Model | Octavia | XJ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3157 mm |
