1989 Eagle Talon vs. 1991 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1991 Toyota MR2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 5 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 1991 Toyota MR2 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 1991 Toyota MR2. 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, 1991 Toyota MR2 (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 1991 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Eagle | Toyota |
| Model | Talon | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
