1978 Skoda L vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 975 kg more than 1978 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Skoda L | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Skoda | Jaguar |
| Model | L | XK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2752 mm |
