1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 24 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.
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 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Carina | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Carina | Soul |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |