1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 482 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Corvette | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
