1990 Eagle Talon vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 16 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 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Because 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Talon | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Eagle | Mahindra |
| Model | Talon | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
