1994 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2009 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 2009 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Tesla |
Model | Accord | Roadster |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1128 mm |