1991 Eagle Summit vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Eagle Summit (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Niva weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Because 1988 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Eagle Summit | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Eagle | Lada |
| Model | Summit | Niva |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2210 mm |
