1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Corvette (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 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 333 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1977 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 1977 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Monterey |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |