1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore.
Because 1988 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Commodore | Soul |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
