1992 Eagle Summit vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 674 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 2011 Ford Falcon 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 2011 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Summit | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2838 mm |
