1987 Mazda 929 vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Kia SOUL. (162 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia SOUL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mazda 929 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 Mazda 929. 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 929 | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 929 | SOUL |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
