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Date:         Thu, 22 Jun 95 12:59:43 EDT
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From:         cetin@kirk.bellcore.com (Cetin Seren)
Subject:      Re: Crazy Winnebago/Eurovan Motorhome

You can add me to the list of enthusiasts about the cruising qualities of the EV. Having had the chance to compare the '87 and the EV for almost a year now, I'd say there's a big difference between them that the differences in HP cannot explain (105 vs. 109). Cetin

Alistair Bell writes: > > While the rated hp is around 108, it puts out 170-180 ft-lbs of torque. > Thats not far off what the VR6 produces. It is this torque (which is > produced at reasonable rpms) that, in my opinion, gives the van the hwy > cruising qualities that Bill and Ric enthuise about. > > Its been said before but it bears repeating : > > "horsepower sells cars, torque wins races"


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