1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 398 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Avanti Avanti 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 1989 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Avanti | Kia |
Model | Avanti | Soul |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 48 L |