1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Buick | Tesla |
Model | LeSabre | Roadster |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2352 mm |