2006 Jaguar XJR vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 629 kg more than 1971 Skoda 1202. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJR (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJR | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XJR | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2690 mm |
