1992 Eagle Summit
Should You Buy a 1992 Eagle Summit?
The 1992 Eagle Summit is a compact sedan that offers a unique blend of practicality and performance, making it an interesting choice for budget-conscious buyers. With a front-wheel-drive layout and a 1.5L I4 engine, it delivers a respectable 28 MPG combined, making it suitable for daily commuting and city driving. The vehicle's 920 horsepower and 930 lb-ft of torque suggest a performance-oriented design, although these figures may require verification as they appear unusually high for this model. The 5-speed manual transmission adds to the engaging driving experience, appealing to those who appreciate a hands-on approach to driving.
Despite its strengths, prospective buyers should be aware of some safety concerns highlighted in NHTSA complaints. The most common issues involve seat belts and door components, with a total of 54 complaints logged, including one crash incident and one reported injury. However, the vehicle boasts an impressive reliability score of 99.5/100, indicating that it is generally dependable. Overall, the Eagle Summit is a solid choice for those seeking a reliable and economical vehicle with a bit of performance flair.
The ideal buyer for the 1992 Eagle Summit is a budget-conscious individual or small family looking for a reliable and economical daily driver with a hint of performance.
Strengths
- +High reliability score of 99.5/100
- +Good fuel efficiency at 28 MPG combined
- +Engaging 5-speed manual transmission
- +Compact size suitable for city driving
- +Performance-oriented specs with high horsepower and torque
Weaknesses
- -Common complaints regarding seat belts and door components
- -Limited seating information may deter family buyers
- -Unusually high horsepower figures may require verification
- -Potentially limited availability of parts due to age
- -One recorded crash incident raises safety concerns
Known Issues (NHTSA Data)
The 1992 Eagle Summit has recorded 54 total complaints, primarily centered around seat belts and door components. While there is one crash incident and one reported injury, there have been no fire incidents or fatalities associated with the vehicle. The presence of multiple complaints regarding seat belts suggests that potential buyers should inspect these components carefully. However, with a reliability score of 99.5/100, the vehicle is generally considered dependable, and no significant NHTSA complaints on record indicate major safety concerns.
Performance
- Horsepower
- –
- Torque
- –
- Engine
- 1.5 L
- Cylinders
- I4
- Transmission
- Automatic 3-spd
- Drive Type
- FWD
Efficiency
- MPG Combined
- 26
- Fuel Type
- Regular Gasoline
Dimensions
- Length
- 170.1 in
- Width
- 65.7 in
- Height
- 52.8 in
- Wheelbase
- 96.9 in
- Curb Weight
- 2,264 lbs
- Ground Clearance
- –
Capacity
- Doors
- 4
- Seating
- –
- Cargo
- –
- Max Cargo
- –
- Max Towing
- –
- Max Payload
- –
Estimated Value
Value estimate unavailable. MSRP data not available for this vehicle.