1991 Buick Roadmaster 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 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 654 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Buick Roadmaster 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 1991 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2012 Kia Soul | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Roadmaster | Soul |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |