The extra strength for the load bearing is designed into our top mounts.
Bilstein come preset to specific rates - get this choice right and you will NEVER need to play with damping rates (just spring rates). Most escorts weigh pretty much the same so requirement for damping rates falls within an easy band.
If you want fancy toys to play with they can come with AVO inserts which have adjustable damping but bearing in mind most people only ever play with them once and then set them and forget them its a bit pointless.