1990 Eagle Summit vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 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 8 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 130 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Eagle Summit | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Eagle | Volkswagen |
Model | Summit | Golf |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |