1990 Eagle Summit vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 1996 Proton 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Summit 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 6 more horse power than 1996 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 300 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Summit | 1996 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Eagle | Proton |
| Model | Summit | 300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
