1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 23 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), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 678 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Summit | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Eagle | GMC |
| Model | Summit | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2858 mm |
