1994 Eagle Summit vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1994 Eagle Summit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1994 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1994 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 930 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 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 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Summit | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Eagle | Porsche |
| Model | Summit | 930 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
