1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Summit 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 6 more horse power than 1995 Opel Tigra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Opel Tigra. 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Eagle | Opel |
| Model | Summit | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
