1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1979 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XJS | L |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 38 L |
