1990 Eagle Summit vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 22 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 761 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.
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 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Summit | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Eagle | Nissan |
| Model | Summit | Murano |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2824 mm |
