1989 Eagle Talon vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 7 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Talon weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Talon | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Eagle | Italdesign |
Model | Talon | Nazca |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1265 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |