1989 Eagle Talon vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Eagle Talon (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 250 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, 1989 Eagle Talon (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Eagle Talon | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercury |
| Model | Talon | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2619 mm |
