1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1994 Mercury Villager is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Villager weights approximately 325 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Corvette | Villager |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6491 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
