Toyota RSC

[Syxx_Killer]

I just recently came across this vehicle. I never knew it was in the game and I had the game since release. I was just browsing around the Toyota section when I came across it. I knew there was a RSC rally car, and I had that for a long time. When I seen the RSC I immediately knew I had to have it. What a cool looking vehicle! I looked up what race gives it to me and I went for it. The first one I got was the puke green color. I'm not too fond of it, but I kept it anyway. I eventually won all four colors. That vehicle handles really well! It's got good acceleration and cornering for a 4WD vehicle. Off road, it is a rally monster. It won't do the hard rallys, but it can do the normal and easy ones. After I found out about it in game, I did a search for the actual vehicle. RSC stands for Rugged Sport Coupe. It is a concept from 2001. I guess Toyota calls it a car, but I think it is more SUV like. The real one has 4WD, too, not AWD. Here's some info on it for anyone interested.

http://www.toyotaoffroad.com/Articles/Toyota/RSC/rugged_sport_coupe.htm


If you want one in game, you can get one by doing the easy Ice Arena rally.

 

[Kelvari]

Just out of curiosity, what's the difference between AWD and 4WD?

 

[D-Mind]

Just out of curiosity, what's the difference between AWD and 4WD?

Some cars have 3 wheels like the daihatsu midget for instance.

 

[RICHARDO]

AWD and 4WD are typically used interchangeably. But I believe the difference is AWD each wheel is independent of one another. (Typically used with vehicles with an independent suspension setup, most likely cars.) While with 4WD both wheels are driven 2 by 2, (each axle powers two wheels, typically found in your average 4X4.)

 

[Philly]

AWD commonly refers to a more computed controlled drive system. AWD cars will often adjust the amount of torque going to each wheel, to provide maximum grip. 4WD, I believe, is fixed, but I'm not to sure.

The RSC is pretty cool. Looks are probably its best aspect, because once I drove it (which was a while ago), I remember the weight prohibting its cornering abilities. I also had a bad time with it because I only very recently learned how to rally.

 

[Tornado]

Just out of curiosity, what's the difference between AWD and 4WD?

4WD cars usually have transfer cases and manual locking differentials. Usually applied to vehicles designed for off-road use.
AWD is the system designed more for traction advantages than anything else, and is usually all computer controlled.

 

[RICHARDO]

That makes sense. A good example is looking at Audis original Quattro, which had a truck-based 4WD system (From a VW military truck from the 70's.). And compairing it to a modern Audi like the S4 or TT, which is essentialy FWD + the rear wheels.

THe Ur Quattro's was pure mechanical 4WD fun. While the S4 and TT are all electronically controlled.

On topic: I've never driven the RSC, but I think it's one of the better-looking concept cars. It remids me of the Warthog form Halo, especially in green.

 

[Duke]

AWD is typically used to refer to a system that is used full time, whether mechanically or electronically controlled. 4WD refers to a system that is normally used in 2WD mode but can be switched to 4WD by the driver when required.