1992 Eagle Summit vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Summit (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 136 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Eagle | Toyota |
| Model | Summit | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |
