1991 Renault Express vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 366 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Express | SOUL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
