1983 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 345 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 (400 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | Caprice | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2352 mm |
