2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 25 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 790 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XJ | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XJ | L |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 38 L |
