1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 551 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Tesla |
| Model | Cherry | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2352 mm |
