1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 601 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Eagle Talon | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Eagle | Mazda |
Model | Talon | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |