1988 Eagle Summit vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 18 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1988 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 918 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Eagle | Saturn |
| Model | Summit | ION |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
