1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 29 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 102 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 705 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. 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, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | Sovereign | RunX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
