1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | F-150 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
