1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 395 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.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Eagle | Honda |
| Model | Summit | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2741 mm |
