2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP) has 351 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 765 kg more than 1960 Skoda Felicia. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XJR | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |
