1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 414 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 2005 Holden Berlina 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 2005 Holden Berlina. 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, 2005 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Eagle | Holden |
| Model | Talon | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |
