1994 Eagle Talon vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1994 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1994 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Cadillac ATS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Talon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Talon | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Eagle | Cadillac |
| Model | Talon | ATS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2776 mm |
