22-09-09, 08:23 PM
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Originally Posted by jimfoz
Citroen did have a form of 4WS on the ZX. It wasn't a complex hydraulic system but a pretty clever nonetheless independent compliant system which allowed the wheels to pivot slightly when going round corners. I think it worked quite well. Not sure if they use a form of it on their new cars.
I don't think cars have it nowadays because conventional handling and suspension systems have just become sophisticated enough to negate the need for it. Also the complexity makes it very expensive to repair when it goes wrong.
It would be interesting to see what percentage of people actually tick the hydractive option for the new C5 these days.
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Complexity? '87/'91 Preludes steer their tails with a second steering rack. The later models did it via a black box. Double wishbone suspension and disc brakes all 'round too.
If only Honda had put active 4WS to use in the ever-popular Civic... |
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