1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Speedster (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster.
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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Speedster. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
