1988 Eagle Summit vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 13 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1988 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 788 kg more than 1988 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Eagle | Vauxhall |
| Model | Summit | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
