1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 259 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chrysler Valiant 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 1976 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (362 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Valiant | Soul |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
