1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 37 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 13 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 332 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | Sovereign | S80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
