1989 Eagle Talon vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1989 Eagle Talon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 35 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 1979 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. 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 (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Eagle Talon 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Eagle Lamborghini
Model Talon Urraco
Year Released 1989 1979
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1997 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 193 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 276 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2460 mm


 

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