You've got a point there, but how does one have fun in fwd besides just driving fast? I dunno, I just like getting sideways. Automatic doesn't ever hinder that.
you drive an RWD yacht. you get neither. you think an e46 m3 handles well? you've never taken a ride with me. what a shameful misconception with the whole FWD is slow thing.
I've never used a handbrake to put a fwd sideways Thats for losers that know nothing about the dynamics of weight transfer
@Potato maybe you shouldn't get so butthurt just because someone isn't your opinion. Btw i also drive RWD.
RWD may have its fun attributes, like the ability to do easy donuts on the icy highway when you're supposed to be going 70mph forward. FWD may have the sex appeal of "My new dentures fit perfectly!" but it's the one that's going to get you there safely. If you want to have fun and get through snow, get AWD.
I found that out when I tried changing the alternator in my moms 2003 dodge caravan. We ended up getting a mechanic to do it
Unless you actually work in the branch and know what to do from practice... you call a mechanic, thats what you do.
@Atomix you're in an car enthusiast forum, don't you know. Everyone fixes their car by themself in here
As far as 90s Hondas go I'd have to disagree. Only time I ever had trouble was with an alternator and it just takes knowing the right way to do it. My average swap time with helper is 3 to 4 hours for an engine and trans.
Fwd cars have some everyday advantages. FWD cars are much easier to control in the snow than RWD cars FWD cars are usually lighter than RWD cars which is good for economy and basic cornering in urban areas. It appears to me that there are benefits to not having a driveshaft go under your car as well. Plus, you won't get pulled over and arrested for doing donuts or drifting...
Rear engine cars also have a lot of those benefits, unfortunately most rear engine cars are classic cars.
I wouldn't say those handle well, or are very good in the snow. Besides, there isn't much rear engined stuff available for under $5000. You'd get an old beetle at best.
I agree. Eh, I prefer rwd in the snow. I find being able to kick the rear end out gives you more finite control over exactly where the car is going and how it gets there. It's also fun. It shouldn't be a problem if you have any sort of throttle control skills. Fair enough. Yes, mainly interior space and drivetrain stability. Not having a driveshaft/trans hump opens up some space in the interior. If you do donuts in a populated area and then hang around long enough for the cops to show up, you kinda had it coming. Location is key.
