1992 Eagle Summit vs. 1998 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 6 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 865 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 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Eagle Summit | 1998 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Eagle | Land Rover |
Model | Summit | Discovery |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |