1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 435 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1991 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 1991 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (358 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Monterey |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
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 | 380 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 512 Nm | 358 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |