2008 Acura RDX vs. 1992 Eagle Summit
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 16 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Summit. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 420 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 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Eagle Summit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1992 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Acura | Eagle |
| Model | RDX | Summit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
