1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 104 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1963 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 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner, 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Mariner |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |