1988 Eagle Summit vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 21 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1988 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1988 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 161 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.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Eagle Summit | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Eagle | Honda |
| Model | Summit | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
