1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 20 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Talon weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Eagle | Mini |
| Model | Talon | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
