1989 Peugeot 205 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 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 510 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 205 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 205 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
