2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1983 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1983 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1870 kg more than 1983 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1983 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-250 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |
