2010 Opel Vivaro vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 11 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2010 Opel Vivaro. 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Vivaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Vivaro. 1999 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Vivaro has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Vivaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Vivaro | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Vivaro | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3050 mm |
