2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1967 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (295 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 755 kg more than 1967 Skoda Octavia. 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 XJ (411 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 1967 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XJ | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 30 L |
