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Torque vs HP vs Acceleration explained 1800

posted by  Grey240Polar on  Mon Dec 15 10:42 CST 2003
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HP takes the gearing out of the equation as a factor

And that's just why a TDi can be quicker from standstill and still be able to reach high speeds despite its seemingly low power output: the taller gearing keeps it in it's powerband. And the high low-down torque has no problem dealing with the tall gearing.






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