Re: the battle: I didn't say the word "stake." Just said suspense. ROTJ isn't edge of your seat like ANH. It doesn't have to do with stakes, just how it plays out.
Re: chase: There are so many examples but The French Connection and Bullitt come immediately to mind. You got me on the speed aspect, can't think of anything of the moment on that end. But that aspect in and of itself does not make for the best chase ever.
Re: impscum: Still not sure what you're deal is; but thanks Ryan, because yeah, if you look at what was written and then my response to it, there is no arrogance intended. Just a playful jab.