1996 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Legend would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 435 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, 1996 Honda Legend, 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 (370 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Tesla |
Model | Legend | Roadster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 370 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 | 1670 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2352 mm |