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To: Popman
One reason is cars were much heavier back then and could stop faster..

Huh? Cars are much heavier today than they were 20 years ago.

24 posted on 01/11/2015 5:59:12 AM PST by Drew68
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To: Drew68
Huh? Cars are much heavier today than they were 20 years ago.

That depends on make, model.

I looked at a 1990 and 2010 F-150 4 x 2 curb weight...

2010 model was almost 900 lbs lighter...

A 2010 Ford Taurus was heavier than a 1990...

29 posted on 01/11/2015 6:13:44 AM PST by Popman
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To: Drew68

“Huh? Cars are much heavier today than they were 20 years ago.”

Probably a push, both regarding size and braking ability...especially on ice. About the only things that can noticeably help are studs and tire chains.


34 posted on 01/11/2015 6:20:54 AM PST by BobL (REPUBLICANS - Fight for the WHITE VOTE...and you will win.)
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