1992 Eagle Summit vs. 1992 Renault Alpine

To start off, both 1992 Eagle Summit and 1992 Renault Alpine were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 195 kg more than 1992 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Renault Alpine 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 1992 Renault Alpine. 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 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Eagle Summit 1992 Renault Alpine
Make Eagle Renault
Model Summit Alpine
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1834 cc 2975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 112 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2900 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2350 mm


 

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