1990 Eagle Talon vs. 1990 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1990 Eagle Talon and 1990 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Statesman weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. 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 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Eagle Talon | 1990 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Eagle | Holden |
Model | Talon | Statesman |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |