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Originally Posted by nh500sl
I would spend a considerable less amount of money and just buy a Rear Wheel Drive Volvo Wagon weather it be a 240, 740 or 940 turbo or none and have a limited slip rear-end installed if possible. Very reliable very nice cars. Subarus feel cheap in comparision both in confort and durability.
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My spin on RWD w/limited-slip is that while it's better than an open differential in deep snow, a limited-slip diff can cause tracking problems on icy roads, particularly if the vehicle is attempting to climb an icy hill that has a significant road crown. In that case, the limited slip can cause the rear wheels to drift towards the low side of the road, and you wind up crabbing and crabby.
I drive a 4wd vehicle with open differentials front and back, and have zero tracking problems in snow or on ice. Definitely the way to go.