1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 41 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 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 657 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic, 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sovereign | Sonic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2685 mm |
