1989 Eagle Summit vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 10 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 220 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Eagle | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Summit | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1070 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
