1990 Eagle Summit vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Eagle Summit weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang 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 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Summit | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Summit | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
