1990 Eagle Summit vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 21 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 970 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 2011 Nissan Xterra 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Summit | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Eagle | Nissan |
| Model | Summit | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
