1977 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 202 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
Because 1977 Buick Regal 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 1977 Buick Regal. 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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Soul |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |