1991 Eagle Summit vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Eagle Summit (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 25 kg more than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Eagle Summit | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Eagle | Opel |
| Model | Summit | Record |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
