as the years roll by, acceleration stays the same
09-08-2007, 05:39 PM
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Originally Posted by sprix!,Sep 8 2007, 07:20 PM
As far as people who complain because their car isn't fast enough- there is a simple solution: get rid of it! Buy something else that is faster, safer, more luxurious, and more fun.
If its not fast enough for you, mod it.
09-08-2007, 06:13 PM
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Originally Posted by sprix!,Sep 8 2007, 04:12 PM
Honda has invested its efforts into creating a pristine image of reliability and function. Most Honda buyers never see past the fact that an Altima is faster than an Accord, A Mazda 3 has many more features than a Civic, Fusion has available AWD, or that a Tundra is more powerful and more functional than a Ridgeline. Most Acura buyers never think about C230s having more torque than TSXs, G35s will outhandle the crap out of TLs, and a Viper will outpower an NSX heavily. Most Honda buyers are up to their eyes in Honda dogma
One could say the same thing about any people who buy any non-commodity.
Besides, I like a company that has always offered its factory service manuals to the public. They are so much better than the junk that is available for most other car makers.
09-08-2007, 06:16 PM
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[QUOTE=__redruM,Sep 8 2007, 03:06 PM] Speaking of chain drive, did you see this:
http://www.dpcars.net/dp1/index.htm
Put a honda bage on that!
http://www.dpcars.net/dp1/index.htm
Put a honda bage on that!
09-08-2007, 07:39 PM
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Originally Posted by mikegarrison,Sep 8 2007, 06:14 PM
Beats the alternatives.
Whatchu talkin' bout?!
Paying taxes beats the alternative, but "love" is a little strong of a word....
09-08-2007, 07:41 PM
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Originally Posted by sprix!,Sep 8 2007, 04:20 PM
As far as people who complain because their car isn't fast enough- there is a simple solution: get rid of it! Buy something else that is faster, safer, more luxurious, and more fun.
Safer: difficult (less accident prone = easy)
More luxurious: easy
More fun: very, very difficult
09-09-2007, 08:18 AM
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Two thoughts:
1> I don't care, I don't need to be fast4r than anyone, as long as I'm enjoying the drive I can damn well be the slowest
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2> after getting a ride in a 490whp turbo S2000 last week... quite yer bitching and do something about it if you are someone who cares about being fast4r
1> I don't care, I don't need to be fast4r than anyone, as long as I'm enjoying the drive I can damn well be the slowest
and
2> after getting a ride in a 490whp turbo S2000 last week... quite yer bitching and do something about it if you are someone who cares about being fast4r
09-09-2007, 08:27 AM
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Why is this all about being faster? It's about a model change. I know that the title says "acceleration", but I haven't been arguing about acceleration.
However, I will admit that if a next gen S2000 comes out with 237 hp, I will be dissappointed. I'd love to see one with closer to 320 hp at the crank.
1) Why do you guys think that newer equals worse?
2) Why do you guys think that newer equals heavier?
Mazda has made two successful nex gen Miata's without adding too much weight to the car and the newest version is definately the best.
However, I will admit that if a next gen S2000 comes out with 237 hp, I will be dissappointed. I'd love to see one with closer to 320 hp at the crank.
1) Why do you guys think that newer equals worse?
2) Why do you guys think that newer equals heavier?
Mazda has made two successful nex gen Miata's without adding too much weight to the car and the newest version is definately the best.