2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Corvette | MC4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
