1992 Eagle Summit vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 19 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Eagle | Chevrolet |
| Model | Summit | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2685 mm |
