1996 Honda Today 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 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Tesla |
| Model | Today | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1852 mm |
