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Just sort of comparing the two systems awd works with a front biased then detects traction loss and adjusts accordingly vs 4wd once engaged having a 50/50 split or?

Wondering which would work better in rough stuff

This was quoted off an american forum about the loyale but I must admit I have noticed this feature on mine first time I have had an automatic do it, I have mostly drive falcons in my time and they have apparently had a lock up torque converter but have never done this. I quote

3-speed auto is a gas sucker unless you drive under 60 on the freeway.

Also, the 3-speeds after 84 have a torque converter that locks under decel for better control in snow and offroad. You can actually engine brake with the 3AT, with no electronics.

Unlike the 4EAT, which can lockup, but requires solenoids and a computer to do it. And won't do it unless it really thinks you want to engine brake(forrester trans)

would this not give me a slight advantage offroad in down hill decents over modern 4 speed automatic subies?