1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1991 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 360 kg more than 1991 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Summit, 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 1991 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
| Model | Camaro | Summit |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
