2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 590 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Caterham | Eagle |
| Model | 7 | Summit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
