1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 945 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Eagle | Jensen |
| Model | Summit | FF |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
