1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Seville would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 331 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2011 Tesla Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tesla |
| Model | Seville | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2352 mm |
