1988 Eagle Summit vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 1994 Volvo 850 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1988 Eagle Summit.
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, 1994 Volvo 850 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Eagle | Volvo |
| Model | Summit | 850 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
