1967 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 185 kg more than 1967 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Luce | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Tesla |
| Model | Luce | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2352 mm |
