1991 Eagle Summit vs. 1995 GMC Safari
To start off, 1995 GMC Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Summit. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 GMC Safari weights approximately 955 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 1995 GMC Safari 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 1995 GMC Safari. 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, 1995 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Eagle Summit | 1995 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Eagle | GMC |
| Model | Summit | Safari |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
