2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1990 Eagle Summit
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 16 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 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 920 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 1990 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Dodge | Eagle |
| Model | Sprinter | Summit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1468 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2470 mm |
