1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 355 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 1979 Pontiac Firebird 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 1979 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 1979 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Soul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | Firebird | Soul |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |