1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1995 Mercury Villager is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Villager weights approximately 330 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1962 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 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Villager, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Corvette | Villager |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
