1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Soul weights approximately 66 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Skyline 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 1974 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Skyline | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Skyline | Soul |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
