2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1989 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 520 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1989 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
| Model | Silverado | Talon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2480 mm |
