1981 Jaguar XJS vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 882 kg more than 1982 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Jaguar XJS | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XJS | L |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
