1991 Eagle Summit vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 18 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Summit. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 580 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 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Eagle Summit | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Eagle | Audi |
| Model | Summit | R8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
