1993 Eagle Summit vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1993 Eagle Summit is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Eagle Summit weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Pontiac 1000 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 1981 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Eagle Summit | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Eagle | Pontiac |
| Model | Summit | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
