1977 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Maverick weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Maverick | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Tesla |
| Model | Maverick | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2352 mm |
