1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 860 kg more than 1960 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XJS | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
