1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 214 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Because 1982 Ford Fairlane 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 1982 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL. 1982 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia SOUL has manual transmission. 2013 Kia SOUL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fairlane | SOUL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
