2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1983 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L 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 357 more horse power than 1983 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1983 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XJ | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 38 L |
