1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 253 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | Corvette | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2352 mm |
