1988 Audi 80 vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Eagle Summit (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Audi | Eagle |
| Model | 80 | Summit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
