1998 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 142 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1998 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul. 2010 Kia Soul has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Soul will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | NSX | Soul |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |