2000 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
| Model | S-10 | Summit |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
