1992 Eagle Summit vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Eagle Summit 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 17 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 Eagle Summit.
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 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Summit | Escort |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
