1997 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 485 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 (400 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Tesla |
| Model | Aurora | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 400 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 | 1720 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2352 mm |
