1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1997 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1997 Eagle Talon is newer by 8 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Eagle Talon weights approximately 390 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.
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, 1997 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 1997 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Eagle | Eagle |
| Model | Summit | Talon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
