1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2010 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 2010 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | Lumina | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2352 mm |
