2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 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 2009 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Opel Corsa, 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-250 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 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 | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 70 L |
