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I'm not interested in yoga... Posted by Snowmobile [Email]  (#686)  [Profile/Gallery]
(more from Snowmobile) on Mon, 3 Feb 2014 11:54:44
In Reply to: Big openings for doors and windows are weak spots., Norm9-5, Sun, 2 Feb 2014 05:45:22 Members do not see ads below this line. - Help Keep This Site Online - Signup |
I thought the low rear ceilings on some of these sedans were aerodynamics (or aesthetics) induced? I doubt they were there primarily to strengthen the frame... though in many cases, having a smaller opening does enable a frame to be strengthened... whether or not it is, is another matter... also, windows are smaller due to higher beltlines, which is partly structural, but probably mostly aesthetic with the new hood requirements for pedestrian safety...
I scanned the ttac thing, but didn't see much about the actual collision other than he got hit on the side sliding on ice (sounded like a glancing side impact instead of a head on?)... in a Lincoln town car and sustained some pretty significant injuries. The comments was full of commentary that was from drivers probably not as aware of car safety as most Saab or Volvo folks are... many don't care much as long as the manufacturer advertises 5 stars... anyway, airbags make a difference, but structural design matters also. The og9-5 manages to have a reasonable greenhouse and do well in side impacts, both with normal and SUV height bumpers, with no side curtains... it's all structural design, with the folding B pillar designed to collapse such that the forces flow below the seats as much as possible. I know the c900 is not adequately designed for a SUV side impact (nor is the 9000, or just about any other car before 2003)... but it is still a solid little car with great active safety, and the hdli numbers show that SAAB did an amazing job with that car given its age... The A pillars are skinny but can take the full weight of a moose.
, Fri, 31 Jan 2014 04:21:48, Mon, 3 Feb 2014 11:54:44 <-- Viewing This Message, Tue, 4 Feb 2014 12:34:34
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