1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 775 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Because 2004 Tata Safari 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, 2004 Tata Safari 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, 1989 Eagle Talon (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 2004 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Eagle | Tata |
| Model | Talon | Safari |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
