1998 Eagle Talon vs. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra
To start off, 1998 Eagle Talon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Vauxhall Sintra would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Vauxhall Sintra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Eagle Talon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Vauxhall Sintra. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra has automatic transmission and 1998 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 1998 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Vauxhall Sintra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Eagle Talon | 1997 Vauxhall Sintra | |
| Make | Eagle | Vauxhall |
| Model | Talon | Sintra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
