1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Skoda L would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 815 kg more than 1990 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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1990 Skoda L has manual transmission. 1990 Skoda L will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XK | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| 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 | 393 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
