1997 Eagle Talon vs. 1981 Ford Probe
To start off, 1997 Eagle Talon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Probe would be higher.
Because 1997 Eagle Talon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon 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 (289 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Probe. (148 Nm). This means 1997 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Probe. 1981 Ford Probe has automatic transmission and 1997 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 1997 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Probe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Eagle Talon | 1981 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Talon | Probe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
