1985 Renault 5 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 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 364 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 5 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |
