1990 Eagle Talon vs. 1990 Ford Falcon

To start off, both 1990 Eagle Talon and 1990 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon.

Because 1990 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Eagle Talon 1990 Ford Falcon
Make Eagle Ford
Model Talon Falcon
Year Released 1990 1990
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 3157 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2800 mm


 

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