1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar Kensington. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar Kensington would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1990 Jaguar Kensington is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Jaguar Kensington. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar Kensington | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
Model | Kensington | Octavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |