1991 Eagle Summit vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Eagle Summit (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 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 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Eagle Summit | 1990 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Summit | Orion |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
