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Originally Posted by volvo9
If wheelspin is detected VSA will automatically let off the throttle and gradually reapply power, so it feels like you are partially letting off the gas.
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VSA does not just "let off the throttle". Paired with EBD (electronic brake distribution), during understeer, VSA applies the brakes on the inner front wheel to force the car back in line. Thats why you feel as if the power has been cut, in reality, the it's the brakes that gives you the slowdown feeling.
If you're really curious read the original Honda press release from 1997
Honda Worldwide | World News | News Release | July 2, 1997
Personally, at first I found VSA only slightly intrusive. 5000 miles later, I hate it and turn it off as soon as I start the motor.