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Old 05-18-2015, 05:02 PM   #55 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Fat Charlie View Post
Because in the US, HP/torque=payload/towing capacity. It's as if the frame, suspension and tires have nothing to do with it.
If that was true, a Corvette would have a greater payload than any European van

Anyway, gearing also plays an important role to enable a smaller engine to perform a heavier job.
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