2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1971 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 1202.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1971 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XJ | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2690 mm |
