1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 220 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Eagle Summit (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Eagle | Renault |
| Model | Summit | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
