1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 535 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Tesla |
| Model | Pickup | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2352 mm |
