1992 Eagle Summit vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV is newer by 8 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Panoz AIV.
Because 2000 Panoz AIV 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 2000 Panoz AIV. 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Eagle | Panoz |
| Model | Summit | AIV |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
