1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 7 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Corvette | Sable |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |