1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 355 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Eagle | Subaru |
| Model | Summit | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
