Is the Vehicle Front-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive?
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Most modern vehicles are front-wheel drive. The design of front-wheel drive is a milestone in automotive history. It changed the layout of cars, simplified the structural design, reduced manufacturing costs, and to some extent altered the performance of ordinary vehicles. Sports cars are typically all-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive. Below are the differences between front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive: 1. Front-wheel drive pulls the vehicle, while rear-wheel drive pushes it. In terms of driving stability, front-wheel drive performs better. 2. Front-wheel drive centralizes the transmission system, eliminating the need for a driveshaft and rear-drive components, thereby reducing overall vehicle costs. 3. Rear-wheel drive vehicles are slightly more expensive but offer better handling flexibility and higher torque, though they tend to oversteer. The biggest advantage of front-wheel drive is the ability to provide more interior space.