1981 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1990 Eagle Talon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 715 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1981 Chevrolet Blazer (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
Model | Blazer | Talon |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6207 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |