2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1989 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Eagle Talon weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1989 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Audi | Eagle |
| Model | Q5 | Talon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
