2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1989 Eagle Summit
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 20 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 930 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 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1989 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Dodge | Eagle |
| Model | Durango | Summit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
