1991 Eagle Talon vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Eagle Talon. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1991 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 615 kg more than 1991 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Eagle Talon | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Eagle | Opel |
| Model | Talon | Antara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
