1991 Eagle Summit vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Eagle Summit | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Eagle | Toyota |
| Model | Summit | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1833 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
