1988 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Kia SOUL. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia SOUL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 234 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Legend | SOUL |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |