1970 Buick GS vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Kia SOUL. (162 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia SOUL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 402 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 1970 Buick GS 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 1970 Buick GS. 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | GS | SOUL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
