1990 Eagle Talon vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Eagle Talon (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Talon | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Talon | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
