1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 444 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 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Eagle | Mazda |
| Model | Summit | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2619 mm |
