1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | Sovereign | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
