1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 520 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Corvette | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
