1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, both 1989 Eagle Summit and 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 (204 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 250 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.
Because 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz 190 (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Summit | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Eagle | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Summit | 190 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2463 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |