1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2013 Kia SOUL. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia SOUL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 286 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | SOUL |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |