2003 Eagle Talon vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Eagle Talon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Eagle Talon weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Eagle Talon | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Eagle | Toyota |
| Model | Talon | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
