2011 Tesla Roadster vs. 1985 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Leopard would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Nissan Leopard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tesla Roadster | 1985 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Tesla | Nissan |
| Model | Roadster | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2630 mm |
