1989 Eagle Talon vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Eagle Talon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Because 1982 Ford Granada 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 1982 Ford Granada. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Talon | Granada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
