2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 718 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 2008 Cadillac CTS 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 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Eagle |
| Model | CTS | Summit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
