1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Summit | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Eagle | Toyota |
Model | Summit | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |