1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Tesla |
| Model | 626 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2352 mm |
