1984 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 309 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Because 1984 Renault 5 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 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 5 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |
