1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 32 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 85 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sovereign | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
