1992 Eagle Summit vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 656 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 2010 Lotus Elise 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 2010 Lotus Elise. 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Eagle | Lotus |
| Model | Summit | Elise |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 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 | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2941 mm |
