1988 Eagle Summit vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 1988 Eagle Summit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 626 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1988 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 626 weights approximately 4 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, 1985 Mazda 626 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Eagle | Mazda |
| Model | Summit | 626 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
