1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1997 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1997 Eagle Talon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Eagle Talon. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1997 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 805 kg more than 1997 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1997 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Eagle |
| Model | Lagonda | Talon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
