1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 17 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), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit.
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, 1989 Eagle Summit (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Eagle | Nissan |
| Model | Summit | Micra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
