1989 Audi V8 vs. 1991 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1991 Eagle Talon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Talon. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1991 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1991 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Audi | Eagle |
| Model | V8 | Talon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
