1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Conquest would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Conquest. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Tesla |
| Model | Conquest | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2352 mm |
