1992 Eagle Summit vs. 1992 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1992 Eagle Summit and 1992 Lotus Elan were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Lotus Elan.
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 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Eagle Summit | 1992 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Eagle | Lotus |
Model | Summit | Elan |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |