2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1990 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 16 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1990 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 960 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, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda L. 2006 Jaguar XK8 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. 2006 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK8 | 1990 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XK8 | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
