1996 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Clio would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Renault Clio. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Clio weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Renault Clio (407 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Clio | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Renault | Tesla |
| Model | Clio | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2352 mm |
