1989 Eagle Talon vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 5 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Talon weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Talon | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |
