1998 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Regal would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 259 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, 1998 Buick Regal, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Buick | Tesla |
| Model | Regal | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2352 mm |
