1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 556 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Corvette | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 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 | 91 L | 98 L |
