1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 22 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1536 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Summit | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Eagle | Toyota |
Model | Summit | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3099 mm |