1989 Eagle Summit vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 24 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit.
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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Summit | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Eagle | Honda |
Model | Summit | Insight |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |