1980 Lada 2105 vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 221 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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 (370 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 2105 | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Lada | Tesla |
| Model | 2105 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2352 mm |
