1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 334 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Eagle | Ford |
Model | Talon | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1564 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |