2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1986 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1729 kg more than 1986 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1986 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| 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 | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
