1994 Eagle Summit vs. 1987 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1994 Eagle Summit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Eagle Summit weights approximately 460 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Summit | 1987 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Summit | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2300 mm |
