1999 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Honda Civic, 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 (370 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Tesla |
| Model | Civic | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2352 mm |
