1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1991 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1991 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1991 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 915 kg more than 1991 Skoda L. 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Skoda L. (90 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Skoda L. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas has automatic transmission and 1991 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1991 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1991 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | Vanden Plas | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
