1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 44 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Montego. (203 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 256 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1961 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Montego |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 203 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |