1992 Eagle Summit vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 18 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, 2010 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Eagle Summit weights approximately 39 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
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, 2010 Kia Soul (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Eagle | Kia |
| Model | Summit | Soul |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
