1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1989 Eagle Talon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 762 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon, 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Aston Martin | Eagle |
Model | V8 Vantage | Talon |
Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |