1992 Eagle Summit vs. 2010 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 18 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 698 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.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rodius 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 2010 SsangYong Rodius. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2010 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 2010 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Eagle | SsangYong |
| Model | Summit | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
