2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XF | L |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
