1990 Eagle Talon vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1990 Eagle Talon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 395 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Because 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Eagle Talon | 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Eagle | Oldsmobile |
Model | Talon | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2960 mm |