1992 Eagle Summit vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (146 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 405 kg more than 1992 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 2003 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Eagle | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Summit | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
