2001 BMW 318 vs. 1992 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Eagle Talon (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Eagle Talon.
Because 2001 BMW 318 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 2001 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Eagle Talon (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1992 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | BMW | Eagle |
| Model | 318 | Talon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
