1990 Eagle Talon vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva 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 33 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 150 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Talon | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Eagle | Opel |
| Model | Talon | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
