1991 Eagle Summit vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 5 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Summit. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 152 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.
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, 1996 Ford Escort (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Eagle Summit | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Summit | Escort |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |
