1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2013 Kia SOUL. (162 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia SOUL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 636 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Dodge Monaco 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 1967 Dodge Monaco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL, 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Monaco | SOUL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |
