1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 356 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Caprice | SOUL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
