2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 605 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 1973 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XK | 1202 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
