2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 730 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | S-Type | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
