1992 Eagle Talon vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1992 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 804 kg more than 1992 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Talon | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Eagle | SsangYong |
| Model | Talon | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
