1992 Eagle Summit vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Summit (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 425 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1992 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Summit | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
