What are the disadvantages of rear-wheel drive vehicles?
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Rear-wheel drive vehicles often have unsatisfactory space performance, and their transmission efficiency is generally not as high as that of front-wheel drive vehicles. Therefore, rear-wheel drive vehicles tend to have poorer fuel economy compared to front-wheel drive vehicles. Below is some relevant information about rear-wheel drive vehicles: 1. Definition of rear-wheel drive vehicles: Rear-wheel drive, commonly referred to as front-engine, rear-wheel drive (FR), is a traditional drive configuration where the engine is placed at the front and the rear wheels are driven. 2. Advantages of rear-wheel drive vehicles: On well-paved roads during startup, acceleration, or climbing, the load on the drive wheels increases (i.e., the adhesion pressure of the drive wheels increases), making their traction performance superior to front-engine, front-wheel drive (FF) configurations. The weight distribution is more balanced, resulting in better handling stability and ride comfort, and it helps extend the lifespan of the tires. The engine, clutch, and transmission assemblies are located near the driver's compartment, simplifying the layout of the control mechanism. The steering wheels are non-driven, making the steering mechanism simpler and easier to maintain.