1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1963 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XJ6 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2918 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
