1989 Eagle Talon vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Eagle Talon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Crown weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Because 1959 Toyota Crown 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 1959 Toyota Crown. 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, 1989 Eagle Talon (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Talon | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Eagle | Toyota |
Model | Talon | Crown |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |