Regal Blue vs Tesla Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 16.3, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Tesla Blue is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Regal Blue.

Can I use Tesla Blue instead of Regal Blue?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 16). Tesla Blue is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Regal Blue.

Can I use Regal Blue instead of Tesla Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Regal Blue is a little darker, more muted, cooler.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.