1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 12 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 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 668 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XJR | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
