1994 Honda Today vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 518 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia SOUL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Today | SOUL |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1785 mm |