1995 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Prelude weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Prelude | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Prelude | SOUL |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |