Thread: AWD, FWD, RWD
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Old 08-31-2002, 12:13 AM   #4
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Here it is:

FWD - Loss of power through driveline is minimal.  Steering and power is put through one area.  Heavy understeer in corners.  Weight distribution is usually heavy in the front.

AWD - Greatest loss of power in driveline.  More stable under uneven road conditions.  Mild understeer.  Weight distribution is medium-heavy front.

RWD - Moderate loss of power in driveline (10% stock 240).  Steering and power are put down separately (better turning radius, higher sensitivity to movement).  Low understeer to moderate oversteer (depending on car).  Weight distribution is almost as close to 50/50 as possible.  

Midengine - Loss of power similar to fwd.  Steering and power are separate.  Neutral to heavy oversteer (best agility of all).  Weight distribution is even or rear heavy.
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