1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 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 1999 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (107 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
