2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1990 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Talon. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 461 kg more than 1990 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1990 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Dodge | Eagle |
Model | Nitro | Talon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2480 mm |