1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1997 Opel Astra
To start off, 1997 Opel Astra is newer by 8 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Opel Astra. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Astra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit.
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, 1997 Opel Astra (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 1997 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Eagle | Opel |
| Model | Summit | Astra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
