1989 Eagle Talon vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 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 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Eagle | Porsche |
| Model | Talon | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
