1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2007 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 356 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 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2007 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Talon | 2007 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Eagle | Honda |
Model | Talon | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3110 mm |