I found this post from Ford Vehicle Capsule Reviews to be pretty informative:
Can the 1998 Ford F-150 beat all comers in the 2WD Standard Pickup Trucks market? It has been, and still is, the “safe” choice in the 2WD Standard Pickup Trucks class. The Ford F-150 has long boasted one of the best 8 Cylinder Engine in the in

Found at: Ford Vehicle Capsule Reviews