1990 Eagle Talon vs. 1997 Toyota Supra

To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 390 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 1997 Toyota Supra 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 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Eagle Talon 1997 Toyota Supra
Make Eagle Toyota
Model Talon Supra
Year Released 1990 1997
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2560 mm


 

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