1994 Eagle Summit vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1994 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 735 kg more than 1994 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Summit | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Eagle | Dodge |
| Model | Summit | Ram |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3560 mm |
