1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 15 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 213 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Talon | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
