1988 Eagle Summit vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, 2000 Renault Megane is newer by 12 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Megane weights approximately 13 kg more 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, 1988 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 2000 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Eagle | Renault |
| Model | Summit | Megane |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
