1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Eagle Talon (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Eagle | Nissan |
| Model | Talon | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
