1988 Eagle Summit vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1988 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1988 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 348 kg more than 1988 Eagle Summit. 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, 2008 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Eagle | Seat |
| Model | Summit | Leon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
