2010 Kia Soul vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Because 1984 Toyota Crown 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 1984 Toyota Crown. 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown. 1984 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Soul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Soul | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Soul | Crown |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
