1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 10 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 450 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Eagle | Opel |
| Model | Summit | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
