1981 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 29 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 1981 Ford Capri 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 1981 Ford Capri. 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, 1981 Ford Capri (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Soul |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 48 L |
