2000 Dodge Durango vs. 1989 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 745 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Durango | 1989 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Dodge | Eagle |
Model | Durango | Talon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |