1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 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 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Eagle | Porsche |
| Model | Summit | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
