1997 Eagle Talon vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1997 Eagle Talon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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, 1997 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Eagle Talon | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Eagle | Land Rover |
Model | Talon | A 109 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 290 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |