1990 Eagle Talon vs. 1990 Opel Omega

To start off, both 1990 Eagle Talon and 1990 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 69 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon.

Because 1990 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega. 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, both vehicles can yield 169 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Eagle Talon 1990 Opel Omega
Make Eagle Opel
Model Talon Omega
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1299 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2740 mm


 

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