1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1989 Eagle Summit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota MR2 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 1984 Toyota MR2. 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, 1989 Eagle Summit (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Eagle | Toyota |
| Model | Summit | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
