Is the VTM-4 differential system capabale of sending different amounts of torque to each wheel of the rear axle independently when wheel slippage is detected ? Or does it always send the same amount of torque to both the rear wheels and only varies the front-to-back torque ratio ?

 

Here you go straight from Honda:

VTM-4 (Variable Torque Management 4WD) full-time, four-wheel drive system. Employing sophisticated electronic sensing and control mechanisms, the VTM-4 system continuously monitors the vehicle's dynamic condition and distributes engine torque between the front the rear wheels for optimal performance and control on dry, wet, icy or snow-covered roads. A unique electronically locking rear differential feature allows for maximum front-to-rear torque split for added traction in extremely slippery or "stuck" conditions.
It will also dis-engage the rear diff if selected by the button on the dash once you get over 18mph.

 

Ok lets try this again. I will try asking the same thing in a different way -

When the VTM automatically engages as needed(not the manual vtm-4 lock) and sends torque to the rear wheels, is that the equivalent of a center differential lock or rear differential lock ? In a center diff lock, the rear diff still performs as a 'differential' i.e. both wheels still have the ability to rotate independently. But in rear differential lock, both the wheels gets locked. The rear diff is no longer a 'differential', its fixed. so which one of these is the 'vtm' ?

 

Re-read the info posted. It has a (electronically locking rear differential).

So to answer your question it sends the same amount of torque to each rear wheel when its needed.

 

well, yeah I know that's the "VTM-4 Lock" feature. That gets used only in very limited situations (only in D1, D2 or R, and at speeds well below 18mph). But my question is about the 'normal' operation of the VTM when the VTM-4 lock is NOT engaged.