1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 is newer by 23 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 206 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 905 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign has automatic transmission and 1995 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1995 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | Sovereign | 460 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
