1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Summit weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Summit | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3670 mm |
