1992 Eagle Summit vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 10 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Summit (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 13 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva 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, 2002 Lada Niva 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, 1992 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 2002 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Eagle | Lada |
| Model | Summit | Niva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2210 mm |
