1991 Audi 80 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Soul (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 84 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, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 80 | Soul |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |
