1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1999 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 362 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Because 1999 Lotus Elise 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 1999 Lotus Elise. 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, 1999 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Summit | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Eagle | Lotus |
Model | Summit | Elise |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |