1990 Eagle Talon vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 17 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Optima (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Kia Optima (222 Nm @ 4260 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Eagle Talon | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Eagle | Kia |
| Model | Talon | Optima |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4260 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
