1988 Eagle Summit vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 24 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1988 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 727 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 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Eagle | Volvo |
| Model | Summit | S60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |
