1990 Eagle Talon vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 10 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 298 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.
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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Talon | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Eagle | Pontiac |
| Model | Talon | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3160 mm |
