1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 15 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 37 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 286 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, 1989 Eagle Summit (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Eagle | Volkswagen |
| Model | Summit | Polo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
