1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 434 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Avanti Avanti 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 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Avanti | Kia |
Model | Avanti | Soul |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 48 L |