1989 Eagle Talon vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Eagle Talon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Because 1979 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 1979 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 (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Eagle | Toyota |
| Model | Talon | Crown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
