1989 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul.
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, 2012 Kia Soul (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
