1994 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Soul weights approximately 71 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2011 Kia Soul (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Soul |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
