1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 185 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Tesla |
| Model | Skyline | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2352 mm |
