2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (979 Nm) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Tesla |
| Model | Viper | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 979 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2352 mm |
