1990 Eagle Summit vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Eagle Summit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Summit (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Summit weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 1976 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Eagle Summit | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Eagle | Toyota |
Model | Summit | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |