1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, both 1999 Ford F-150 and 1999 Chevrolet Prizm were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 5 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm, 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1999 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-150 | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2470 mm |
