1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 38 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 570 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey, 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Monterey. 2003 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1965 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Monterey |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |