Torque increase with Stage 1 ECU mod?

jtimbck2 · 01-13-2004, 10:46 PM

I did a search but didn't see a mention of this issue -- does Canzoomer's Stage 1 ECU mod provide any increase in torque along with the horsepower? It seems to me it would almost have to, but what do I know?

Looking forward to getting my hands on it for my 8!

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RX-8 friend · 01-13-2004, 11:36 PM

HP is torque times RPM. If the HP increases at the same RPM, then the torque must have increased to increase the HP.

See, you already knew!

mp5 · 01-14-2004, 01:44 AM

Yep, the actual equation is HP = (torque * RPM) / 5252.

IJM · 01-14-2004, 04:09 AM

I'd say the bigger question is: how does the car drive on part throttle?

I look forward to seeing some Stage1 customer reviews that describe how it improves the drive in general rather than just what it does on a wide open throttle.

Ian.

jtimbck2 · 01-14-2004, 10:47 AM

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Originally posted by RX-8 friend
HP is torque times RPM. If the HP increases at the same RPM, then the torque must have increased to increase the HP.

See, you already knew!

DUH! :embarrassed: I guess I had a blonde moment.

RX-8 friend · 01-14-2004, 12:27 PM

Only be embarrassed if you are an automotive engineer. Otherwise, fair question.