2WD vs 4WD RC Cars - What’s Better?

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  • Опубликовано: 28 дек 2024

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  • @exp2tr10t
    @exp2tr10t Год назад +43

    This is exactly what I was told at my hobby shop: like Craig says: 4WD makes the better-handling car. 2WD makes the better driver. I own both, and I have to say, I love 2WD more than four. Less expensive in time and money, and very rewarding once you understand throttle and steering control. Great video!

    • @therealsyxx
      @therealsyxx 8 месяцев назад +2

      Yeah the two wheel drive is more fun.

    • @MrBurns0618
      @MrBurns0618 8 месяцев назад +1

      And so easy to fix. Everything on my 2wd truck is right there in front of me.

  • @NikkiNexo777
    @NikkiNexo777 Год назад +30

    I have both with the Proline Pro-Trac suspension. The 2wd is more fun for me to drive. I prefer 2wd whether it's a basher or a race vehicle.

    • @maszkalman3676
      @maszkalman3676 Год назад

      Yeah but saying a 2wd is better all aronud yould be a lie also the 2wd can't pull half of the stunts a 4wd can also the off road even with a good 2wd it's still barely doable and if the grass/gronud is wet even worse.

    • @Caydens_rc
      @Caydens_rc 7 месяцев назад

      @@maszkalman3676 paddle tires

  • @Biker289
    @Biker289 Год назад +4

    I have a 2wd rustler and I can't get enough of how fun it is to drive. I am looking into snatching up a 4x4 soon so I can have both!

    • @V8chump
      @V8chump Год назад +2

      Switch it up when you go 4wd! Nothing better than switching between drastically different RCs, I love the losi DBpro for my 4wd car, it’s PLANTED and stupid tough. Then when my pack dies and the motor cools a bit I drive my 2wd slash. I feel like if all my cars felt the same I’d get bored!

  • @V8chump
    @V8chump Год назад +10

    2wd is more fun on road and on the track, now 4wd is definitely easier to control and faster around the track but 2wd is crazy fun. Turned my 2wd brushed slash into a 3s brushless 2wd and it’s amazing 🤣

  • @SteadfastRC
    @SteadfastRC Год назад +11

    I like both, learning how to drive two wheel drive definitely makes you a better driver all the way around

  • @Sol-hl2rj
    @Sol-hl2rj Год назад +5

    Got both here as well. 2wd brushed and 4wd VXL brushless. Agree with the others her, 2wd is a lot of fun and gives you more of a challenge, even with the stock brushed motor. Very low maintenance and very good durability too with the “simpler” layout.
    I put the optional center diff on my 4wd (2-Cell Lipo only!) - Can’t do wheelies anymore, but handling and turn in in cornering is waaay better. 2wd hugs the corners in tight spaces better still. Can’t go wrong with either of them.

  • @OBS4ever16
    @OBS4ever16 Год назад +10

    I have had experience with both. If you want to bash at a skatepark. Than 4wd is the way to go for stunts. If you enjoy a challenge of driving or like to drift in the dirt. 2wd is the way to go. I personally prefer 2wd unless im skatepark bashing.

  • @williamclarius7072
    @williamclarius7072 Месяц назад

    Very nicely thought out video, I personally have both of the models in this video. My TWD I got over 20yrs ago, my 4x4 I got as the builder kit about 3yrs ago and enjoy both of them.

  • @geodude3966
    @geodude3966 Год назад +4

    You forgot to mention the most important thing about 2WD - WHEELIES! The 2WD Stampede is a wheelie king, even in brushed form.

  • @myharryface
    @myharryface Год назад +4

    This is a great video for folks considering jumping into RC. I would suggest this be a series. Next show the driving dynamics differences between the two. In another video talk about why the tires are different. In another show some simple repairs ... items that are the same like changing tires or bearings and things that are different like a driveshaft and lack of one. Finally have a video where you hop up each one with a few more performance parts ... so people can understand how each platform can grow. Oooh ... then maybe contrast that with a video where you compare the 4x4 Stampede to the Maxx (aka mini Maxx) and what twice the price gets you. Ok ... truly last ... then a video on the Maxx with a 3s and 4s battery to see performance differences. -- Hope that's helpful!

    • @OBS4ever16
      @OBS4ever16 Год назад

      He has a get into rc series.

  • @mikes062
    @mikes062 Год назад +10

    I’d rather have a bigger truck if I’m going 4wd, there’s a reason the stampede 2wd has been around almost 30 years pretty much unchanged, outside of being upgraded to handle more power! It’s a beast! And they can handle a lot of abuse!

    • @V8chump
      @V8chump Год назад

      Yea and if it’s the same trans as the 2wd slash it’s crazy tough… I have the stock trans/driveshafts from my 2wd brushed slash hitting 70mph on a 3s brushless power. Gotta be triple the stock speed 🤣

    • @mikes062
      @mikes062 Год назад

      @@V8chump the stampede and slash along with the rustler and Bandit share most of the same parts; chassis, wheels, body and a arms and some other little bits are the only differences, I’ve converted one to another multiple times!

  • @danielgoen9452
    @danielgoen9452 5 месяцев назад +1

    Ive been looking at this exact model. My intention is to drive it in cut grass. I have a broken back so Im thinking it would be something to do and still be able to sit down. Im actually thinking about the Brushless version in 2wd. Do you think it would good for my intentions? Thank you so much, your videos help a lot

  • @heffe17
    @heffe17 Год назад +6

    Great video. Nice to see information as a newbie. Seems like 2wd would be good to start and learn car control while saving a bit.

  • @mastercollector2891
    @mastercollector2891 Год назад +2

    First rc i had was a 2wd Tamiya Blackfoot..decent truck for bashing but the second one I've owned was the 4×4 clodbuster. Great control and good power. Now to update: got a XRT 4wd and it's just a beast for great handling and power. Just bought a 4wd slash and that truck is fantastic for off road fun. But this is just my opinion since everyone has different tastes of RC driving.

  • @Diament666
    @Diament666 Год назад

    For 2 years I have owned Traxxs Big Foot No. 1 2RD and it is a great choice for people who want to spend not much and have maximum fun. A year of time I replaced lektrojike and engine and brushless but I still use nimh batteries. It makes drifts beautifully on dusty roads. Rear-wheel drive is more fun than driving at a whispering speed, where every tipper exposes you to damage to the model. Here you are not a speed demon, but the sight of the rear wheel boxing and how the car stands on end gives a smile on your face. I recommend 2RD. Less breakdowns, lots of fun

  • @mattreetz3361
    @mattreetz3361 Год назад +1

    I'm with you on learning on 2wd, mine was the Rustler xl5 ... in the dirt it was a chore to learn but fun, and they do launch differently... can't send them to the moon and control them at the same time...

  • @jackivan7632
    @jackivan7632 Год назад +5

    in my experience (only with 3 cars total), i think 2WD has better handling when going on road, since it doesnt understeer as much

  • @Xofroggy
    @Xofroggy Год назад +1

    My only 2wd is a short course. The ecx torment, its a ton of fun but 4wd has my heart lol

  • @emanuelconcepcion-sm4fq
    @emanuelconcepcion-sm4fq 5 месяцев назад

    Hey man I know this video is kinda old but I have the tracks stampede 2.2 and I just wanted to know what is the highest motor and battery level that you can put in it?

  • @emanuelconcepcion-sm4fq
    @emanuelconcepcion-sm4fq 5 месяцев назад

    Oh and one last thing is it ok if you put metal for the torque-control and slipper clutch? Sorry I just have so many questions. 😅

  • @grizzlyrc8720
    @grizzlyrc8720 Год назад

    I bought a brush stampede 4*4 put VXL system in it and it runs great

  • @vincentduval9745
    @vincentduval9745 Год назад +2

    There is definitely room for both type of power train. One of the thing i like the most about 4x4 is their braking characteristics.

  • @charlesfarnsworth3712
    @charlesfarnsworth3712 Год назад +1

    I have an Arrma Vortex Boost which came in 2wd but came with the conversion to 4wd with a battery and charger at the cost of a 2wd Rustler.

  • @HolyCannolis
    @HolyCannolis Год назад +3

    4WD:) But as I tell people all the time….if you have multiple trucks, it’s great having at least one 2WD. But ya, 4WD.

  • @williamclarius7072
    @williamclarius7072 2 месяца назад

    I personally have both, and I do agree with you that the driving a RWD is better to learn on

  • @xenonsaccord4447
    @xenonsaccord4447 Год назад +2

    I feel like the 4wd (at least the slash platform) is more stable than the 2wd. That’s why I went with the 4. Kept always flipping it with the 2wd slash haha. I enjoyed this, thanks

    • @V8chump
      @V8chump Год назад

      Most likely just the tires. The stock slash tires roll on the rim and flip if you really spin the rear end around, that’s part of the fun though too, it feels great racing a 2wd around the track when you get the hang of it

  • @n7sithis336
    @n7sithis336 Год назад +1

    Just ordered the Arrma Boost Granite. Think I might just leave it 2wd and go brushless.

  • @aravindsea3635
    @aravindsea3635 4 месяца назад

    Nice information. I checked the stampede specifications. Almost 1kg wt difference. Same motor and more moving parts. As a result less run time. Less speed and more strain to motors. Better buy 2wd unless motor capacity is more.

  • @theunit5939
    @theunit5939 4 месяца назад

    Traxxass stamped vs arrma granite, which one do you like better stuck between these 2 looking for something durbale that me and my 5 years could enjoy.

    • @rcdriver
      @rcdriver  4 месяца назад

      The Stampede is probably good for you. The ESC has a trainer mode for your 5yo and you can run it on the faster regular mode.

    • @theunit5939
      @theunit5939 4 месяца назад

      @@rcdriver nice thank you for your feedback.

  • @uzaybuyukalsancak3293
    @uzaybuyukalsancak3293 10 месяцев назад

    Hey guys. Is there any difference in Battery consumption between 2wd vs 4wd ?

  • @MrDani3lsan
    @MrDani3lsan Год назад +1

    I own an HPI Jumpshot MT Flux and a Rustler 4x4 vxl. For some reason i prefer the Jumpshot, it is just more fun. But i'm not so sure whether that's the 2wd or the fact that an actual monster truck just behaves differently.

  • @kesleyjohnston6086
    @kesleyjohnston6086 Год назад +3

    There are 2 things you didn’t take into account: one, 2wd will wheelie significantly more, and 2, brushless 2wds do actually have substantial air control. My rustler 2wd is on par with my Kraton as far as in air control goes

    • @TheStevo420
      @TheStevo420 3 месяца назад

      I added some weight to the front of mine handles a lot better as far as wheeling out 🤷

  • @CraftKnitSew
    @CraftKnitSew Год назад +2

    Informative video. I have a 2WD and a 4WD RC and love driving both. Although I enjoy driving my lunchBox (makes me laugh).

  • @davidrivero7943
    @davidrivero7943 Год назад

    The simpleton & fun to drive 2wd & its predictable terminal understeer is way fun making the experience challenging.

  • @grantchristensen9995
    @grantchristensen9995 6 месяцев назад +1

    I have a 4WD, but after rebuilding the front half a dozen times, I would definitely buy a 2WD next time.

  • @ZeroFourTwentyFive
    @ZeroFourTwentyFive Год назад +1

    I like both for different reasons but I always lean towards 4 wheel drive. Handling is superior to 2 wheel drive in general.

  • @andyb9994
    @andyb9994 Год назад

    Love both those trucks, 2 or 4 wheel drive you will have fun.....as you said a 2 wheel drive will make you learn to drive and nothing wrong with that....💯

  • @patrickzink2191
    @patrickzink2191 Год назад

    Stampede 4x4 vlx is my favorite as of right now but all of them are fun

  • @traxxasfans
    @traxxasfans Год назад +1

    Great job lots of great information

  • @DigitalConfusion1
    @DigitalConfusion1 11 месяцев назад +1

    I wish these trucks had a 2wd/4wd switch. I would gladly pay a premium for that.

  • @Iamfirebird360
    @Iamfirebird360 Год назад

    I have no experience with a stampede. Is it basically just a slash with big tires?

    • @roadrunnerorange
      @roadrunnerorange Год назад +1

      Lol yes. Kinda the other way around since the stampede has been around since 1994.

  • @rcplayground7
    @rcplayground7 Год назад +1

    Both hands down

  • @beanbag4982
    @beanbag4982 Год назад +1

    My first traxxas model was a 2wd Bigfoot, but since then I’ve gotten a Hoss vxl 4x4. I can say that i prefer 4x4 better

  • @ozzstars_cars
    @ozzstars_cars Год назад

    Nice comparison.

  • @codenamegear9102
    @codenamegear9102 Год назад +12

    4wd almost always takes it

    • @rctd3260
      @rctd3260 Год назад +6

      4WD is the best. More parts, more things to go wrong, more cost, more Worth It!!!!

    • @bPcrazydave
      @bPcrazydave Год назад +3

      I actually prefer 2wd cars for racing. I started racing with stadium trucks, and I’m just more accustomed to the handling. It took me a bit to adapt to 1/8 scale buggies. For monster trucks it’s got to be 4wd, 2wd isn’t a real monster truck.

    • @rctd3260
      @rctd3260 Год назад +1

      @@bPcrazydave 2wd monster trucks don’t make sense

  • @dicbrew
    @dicbrew Год назад

    Anyone put a spool in their 2wd stampede? Recommendations?

  • @bustedaw11
    @bustedaw11 Год назад +1

    These are 2 very different trucks chassis wise. Its not just 2wd vs 4wd here, the 4wd is by far way stronger. The 4wd here will take an absolute beating and not break. If you bash the more fragile 2wd they tend to have a lot weaker front hubs and rear hubs.
    My money is on the 4wd platform if I plan on sending it. 2wd if I wanna just run flat out and do some wheelies and stuff.. 2wd traxxas is still a blast and still get through most grass etc without issue

  • @bipantera
    @bipantera Год назад

    Dear Rcdriver_online. You asked for videos idea and I have a couple. I saw YiKong 4072 Trophy Truck like UDR or SBRv2. There are very few reviews or better no review at all online in English. The car seems really impressive and would be nice to have a review about it. Furthermore would be great to have a serious professional comparison of UDR vs SBRv2 and now maybe vs YiKong DF7 4072. There are tons of comparison of UDR vs Mojave that they are totally not comparable but no serious comparison of UDR vs SBRv2 that except for the scale they should have almost the same driving target. So... you asked for ideas :) I gave you mine. Thanks for your work and a feedback would be appreciated ;)

  • @Aussieknuckleheads
    @Aussieknuckleheads Год назад +1

    Depends on the cars/trucks but usually 4x4 is generally better

  • @klippschliefer4968
    @klippschliefer4968 Год назад +2

    i really hate the diffs of 4wd, they are always so small compared to a 2wd diff, and therefore they normally strip after a year, or even faster.

  • @glennzlotowski8020
    @glennzlotowski8020 11 месяцев назад

    I like my 2wd stampede and slash , I had them all and I have more fun with 2wd and I personally think they jump nicer

  • @samboyd2999
    @samboyd2999 Год назад

    I went 4wd once I could afford it and once I did I missed my 2wd truck. It was more afforadable, lower maintenance, and generally lighter; but most importantly just as fun in my opinion. I ended up switching back to a 2wd.

  • @leehall3181
    @leehall3181 Год назад

    I prefer 2wd. I like the way they handle. My 1st hobby grade rc was a traxxas bandit.

  • @davidrivero7943
    @davidrivero7943 Год назад

    Heartbroken . The cool & functional lights are no longer avail.. in RTR.

  • @ChrisShepard8122
    @ChrisShepard8122 Год назад +1

    You can control your nose off jumps with 2WD also just not quite as much.

  • @PartsTreeC
    @PartsTreeC Год назад +1

    4wd, no question at all.

  • @speckledjim_
    @speckledjim_ Год назад

    I only have one 2wd at the moment, an LMT. Yeah the front ring gear is busted

  • @patrickfrensdorff7485
    @patrickfrensdorff7485 Год назад

    I think it depends on what u run it on. 2 wd get stuck faster in sand and snow. Also 4wd is more stable. more traction. I use to have a 1/5 fg monster truck and it was really fast with a 26cc tuned motor. But hard to handle due to the speed and power on the back wheels. i also had a nitro car 1/10 4wd and made it 2wd. Driving it was just impossible.
    So see it as a normal car. on sand u really need a 4wd to get it moving,i also had a reely carbon fighter pro 2 wd and if it stopped on sand it wasnt moving at all anymore. So i say go with 4wd to srat with. u can always make it 2wd easely.

  • @mikes062
    @mikes062 Год назад

    Yes

  • @rcinhand9671
    @rcinhand9671 Год назад

    I like driving four wheel drive more than two wheel drive. There's a lot more control.

  • @honda116969
    @honda116969 Год назад

    I have all Traxxas vehicle's 4X4 & 2X4 I preferred the two-wheel drive I rebuilt these cars I don't know how many times and there's still stuff I don't even know I want to be the master of the car I drive Lord I've never figure it out with a 4X4 just so much going on in there haha... But my 2WD stampede & rustler kik ass! Couldn't be happier! & my trucks are so old they have the 2-pole velineon motor & 10yr old 🔋 that still work great! Use that storage mode when u put them🔋away!

  • @MrBen2177
    @MrBen2177 Год назад

    Buggy’s and short course Cars are more fun 2wd, Bashers truggys/monster are more fun 4wd.

  • @BOOSTEDLASER
    @BOOSTEDLASER Год назад +1

    2WD MORE FUN TO DRIVE AND CHEAPER....BEST PART IS M U C H LESS TO BREAK AND M U C H EASIER /FASTER TO WORK ON....JUST NEEDS BETTER TIRES

  • @SteveSoper1979
    @SteveSoper1979 Год назад +1

    I think it's worth noting that I don't believe the video covered is that 2wd is significantly less stress on your electronics also with less moving parts & less weight demands. So the longevity on the electronics is better.

    • @rcdriver
      @rcdriver  Год назад +2

      Yup, that’s another notable difference. Technically this topic could be a while series by itself. Trying to keep it brief was rather difficult.

  • @440factory
    @440factory Год назад

    4wd ftw🔥

  • @Dimas-de8mi
    @Dimas-de8mi Год назад

    4 wd в данном случае только лучше влияет на управляемость. Вот если бы была возможность блокировки центрального и колесных дифференциалов, то тут уже можно рассуждать о проходимости модели. Сразу вспоминается Arrma Fazon

  • @maszkalman3676
    @maszkalman3676 Год назад

    My two cent of this that if i ever in my childhood or even now got a 2wd traxxas as a gift i would be fking blessed but if i pay for it even if it's 70 dollars more which we all know it can be cheaper the 4wd is more versatile and give you that 70$ more fun. Also upgrades if you hookup with the hobby the 2wd is dead end for further upgrades which makes it more useable in different scenarios it's jsut it you can put a better motor in it for grater speed different gearing a better tyre to be faster on road but nothing makes it more useful off road or even dirt roads to compete with a 4x4 no matter how good of a driver you are. So in the long run is it cheaper??? I laerned the hard way if you don't go with an upgadable platform you will fall face first every time. Also if you want some 2wd fun 4wd can be made 2wd easier just disconnect the linkage and can easily revert back to 4x4. With this basic 2wd how to call it underbody is not cabable to convert to 4x4 you need the wider body which also plus money.

  • @JKZ103
    @JKZ103 Год назад

    4wd everytime... the guys with 2wd always get a 4wd shortly after... also the 4wd is more expensive but can do more. To each his own!

  • @ThatPunker
    @ThatPunker Год назад

    Both ;)

  • @Duncle700
    @Duncle700 Год назад

    Do AWD a lot better more traction

  • @ZingZingNZ
    @ZingZingNZ Год назад

    I grin more with my 2wd, i use my 4wd more. Then i started racing now i only drive nitro, as its the glory

  • @RR-ho5ek
    @RR-ho5ek Год назад +2

    You can do a lot with a 2wd, and they Trac a lot straighter.

  • @Matty_mccfly
    @Matty_mccfly Год назад +1

    I love my two wheel drive slash just like my 2wd Tacoma I own.

  • @endosrc
    @endosrc Год назад +2

    this could’ve been a 3 second video

  • @johnweits4280
    @johnweits4280 Месяц назад

    2wd all the way.

  • @stephenksiazek812
    @stephenksiazek812 Год назад +3

    2WD 👍😎

  • @lukespector5550
    @lukespector5550 Год назад

    Let's just say that I'm 44 yrs old now. Anyone who can't handle 2wd......... well.......... You all know what I mean!

  • @reznya2700
    @reznya2700 Год назад

    2wd entry level cheap RC Car is why it's been around for 30 years. Our motors are lot more efficient now then when I was 8 year old playing with a Tamiya that would charge for 8 hours for 10 mins of play........ You're all adults now afford adult cars, my son just turned 3 and he has a 1/16 scale MJX that even a 4x4, there no excuse for a 2wd car in this day of age... People talking about the "Advantage" of a 2wd car doing wheelies... Jesus kids step up from a 2s 4x4 and you can do wheelies all day and hold them.

    • @marcobassini3576
      @marcobassini3576 5 месяцев назад

      99.9% of real cars are 2WD. Especially those where money and maintenance are NOT an issue (have you ever heard of a 4WD Ferrari?). This means something ....

  • @markkumollari43
    @markkumollari43 Год назад

    👍🇨🇦🤠

  • @sambushee9296
    @sambushee9296 Год назад +2

    For 300 bks, you can get a team associated mt10 4wd brushless monster truck. And it's a tank. Traxxas is over priced as always, and there brushed.

  • @philstudt3511
    @philstudt3511 Год назад

    I Love 4wd.. but 2 wd is way faster

  • @chloeremian4950
    @chloeremian4950 Год назад

    sbr 2.0 don’t make them 2wd 😢

  • @CornholioMcGeeRC
    @CornholioMcGeeRC Год назад

    I notice traxxas has really been pushin their products lately through influencers. 🤔. I wonder why?….. and that’s nothing against you. Love all your videos!!

    • @rcdriver
      @rcdriver  Год назад +2

      I actually got these trucks back when they did the refresh last year. After sitting on them for so long, I decided to do a helpful video using them.

    • @CornholioMcGeeRC
      @CornholioMcGeeRC Год назад

      Cool I can appreciate that And like I said nothing at all against you. It just seems like traxxas pulled a bud light but obviously on a way smaller scale and they are trying to repair their reputation

  • @suzannegreaves2395
    @suzannegreaves2395 Год назад

    4wd all day long

  • @deltazero3796
    @deltazero3796 Год назад

    4wd all the way.

  • @reznya2700
    @reznya2700 Год назад

    In what world is a 2wd RC Car ever better.. These are Hobby if you cannot afford the hobby you shouldn't do the hobby... It's expendable income, specially in the RC world. Stuff breaks a lot...

  • @danielmiecz909
    @danielmiecz909 Год назад

    Get an iPhone for the video quality please

    • @rcdriver
      @rcdriver  Год назад

      I use an iPhone 13 Pro Max 😐

    • @roadrunnerorange
      @roadrunnerorange Год назад +2

      🤣🤣🤣 because iphone is the only good camera🙄

    • @88tcoupe
      @88tcoupe Год назад

      What's wrong with the video quality? His videos always look good in my opinion. Maybe you need glasses?

  • @guymarotta2596
    @guymarotta2596 Год назад

    2WD and 4WD are both fun, but forget Traxxas!! Why not discuss something more worthwhile, like ARRMA vehicles? Nice try plugging Traxxas, Fanboy!!!!

  • @fonicgaming6787
    @fonicgaming6787 Год назад

    Out of my 18 rcs, only 3 are 2wd. Rustler, Stampede, and Slash 2wd. Everything else is 4wd, because it really is superior; better handling, better off road capabilities, better stunt control etc. But that’s not to say someone can’t enjoy 2wd just as much, I thoroughly enjoy chasing down cars on my street with my 72mph Rustler on 3s 😬

  • @ironj100
    @ironj100 Год назад +4

    I LIKE 2WD

  • @skitariisoldier7367
    @skitariisoldier7367 Год назад

    When buying a Traxxas don't forget to budget for a suspension upgrade immediately. Their shocks suck.