1975 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Opel | Tesla |
| Model | Kadett | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2352 mm |
