1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 8 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Eagle | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Summit | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
