1990 Eagle Summit vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 324 kg more than 1990 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Eagle Summit | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Eagle | Honda |
Model | Summit | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |