6 Differences Between Nitro and Electric Radio-Controlled Car |
Posted: December 11, 2017 |
Radio controlled or RC cars have held the world in thrall since pretty much their inception. Looking at the flashy exteriors, high power performances and speeds, varied usage ranging from dirt track racing to sleek high speed circuit runs, and sophisticated machinery that is a joy to operate and play with, it does not really come as a surprise. Radio controlled cars are popular in all parts of the world and among many groups of people in love with particular features of these tiny gadgets. Needless to say, many varieties of these cars have now been made available on the markets, and there is a model you need to choose with care, that will be the perfect fit for you. This is quite a task for beginners, as a lot of specifications and details look the very same – indeed, the tow major variants of RC cars, the electric and nitro versions, are almost identical in the looks department. To tell them apart in the other departments that matter so that you have ready your right one, just read on! 1. The Power Sources The power source of your RC car, like it is for all other things, is the most important component of the device. There are tow types of equipment from which RC cars derive their power, and they are motors and engines. The electric cars, as the name suggests, make use of electric battery, and are provided fuel for consumption when the chemical energy, through reaction, is changed to electric energy, empowering the device. On the other hand, the nitro cars make use of actual fuel, which contains a substance called nitromethane in it, and hence the name. They are not the same as gas derived power users, though. 2. The Element That Makes Up the Car Body The technical term for ‘car body’ is chassis, and the differences in chassis material impact car choices in a very heavy way. In case of electric cars, the car body is made of plasticine, i.e. plastic fibres that are easier to deal with. They are lighter, safer and easier to replace. This is made possible to use only because these cars do not use fuel as power source. Nitro cars, on the other hand, use as their body material metal, the only thing capable of handling their fuel derived energy. 3. The Efficiency Level of Use The owner of the RC car and his or her efficiency level impact the choice of car in a very significant way. For beginners, an electric car is infinitely preferable as it is easier to repair with lighter parts and safety by virtue of battery usage. For intermediate players and pros, the nitro cars are more preferable, given the complexity of features, operation and heavy engine. 4. The Playing Experience The overall experience of driving, running or racing your RC car holds a lot of appeal to potential buyers, and nitro cars are preferable in this regard as well, as the experience is very close to driving a real car. The sound of the engine and the whole vehicle is louder than its electric counterpart, and the vehicle lasts for a longer time on the track due to deriving its energy from actual fuel and not batteries as the electric ones do. So, it is the nitro models that take the cake in this quarter. 5. The Cost of The RC Car Experience Mind how I use the word ‘experience’, to suggest the costs incurred after you have already bought your car and have it running – and the electric car wins in this regard. Nitro cars are pricier from the get go, with higher cost prices of the device. Then, you need to buy actual nitro fuel to keep it running, which costs a lot more than buying batteries for the electric drift RC cars. Moreover, nitro cars after every race require mechanical maintenance, which requires know-how along with a lot of money. 6. The Beginner Experience As much as this may seem an anti climax after discussing so many pro stats, this is a major one fans tend to overlook, and is actually the most important one for beginners. The experience of owning and keeping your first RC is definitely easier with an electric car. Firstly, they are cheaper, so you do not need to break the bank on your first investment merely to get a taste. Next, they are easier to maintain and more convenient, as they are lighter and the batteries safer than fuel, and easy to repair too as spare parts are readily available and installed. Lastly, the experience is easier because it will require less effort towards cleaning from you after every race, and you will annoy neighbours less as they are quieter than their nitro counterparts. Radio controlled cars are small pieces of fascination for admirers from every age group and race, and rightfully so. I bet you want to break into this amazing world as well, and take your share of the enjoyment. For that, making an informed decision is a must, and this article is here to help you do just that. From comparing major aspects of both the models both stat wise and according to practical utility in layman’s terms, I hope this has facilitated your entry into a world where you will want to stay all your life. Author Bio: Author Larry Jones, as is very evident, is passionate about radio controlled cars, and has carried his obsession well into adulthood, which now provides him a valuable pastime. He talks about stuff like drift RC cars over at his blog.
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