The Evo VII, is it any good??

Chris · 04-18-2001, 09:29 AM

Well, is it any good?
It is 130+ pounds heavier than the Evo VI, and testers have said it isn't as raw

Well, that is fine for everyday, but these cars are meant to be fast, and thrill the driver. It is faster around the Nurbrigring, but will it be as rewarding and fun to drive

I would like people to post and say their opinion. It is still an awesome car (and has more torque than before, and probably about 320 hp)
It does have cool limited slip differentials, which are computer controled, and should be awesome to drive.

BUT IS IT AS FUN AS THE EVO VI!!!

and if not, WHY????

Chris · 04-25-2001, 09:39 AM

COME ON!! 6 people have looked at this now, ANSWER GOOD DAMN IT!!!

GOD · 04-25-2001, 09:47 AM

well i just personallly like the evo VI more . Just a personal taste thing .

from scc

BBD · 04-30-2001, 12:09 AM

Evo VI in my opinion,,,, the car has the word DANGER spelled all over it, I mean honestly a 4 cylinder with 5.0 0-60mph, ohh and thats only the factory one,, u buy this car you modify it asap,, I my self love the Skyline more potential top speed but if I wanted something to piss off people on the road the Evo would sure make my smile :frog:

lancerz · 05-30-2001, 05:40 PM

i must agree, the Evo VI has more then danger written all over it.

But then again the Evo VI has so many models and its so well known while everyone is getting used to the Evo VII and its still making its presence.

Chris · 05-31-2001, 08:44 AM

Also0, they Evo VII looks a little mundane. The Evo VI looks awesome!
And the Evo is way cheaper than a skyline, and more sleeper-like, and it can be used on all terrrain. Its awesome.

SolReaver · 05-31-2001, 09:33 AM

EVO VI for me. Does anybody have a pic of the EVO VII?

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SolReaver · 05-31-2001, 09:51 AM

I like the look of the Evo VI better. They're killing it like they did to the Eclipse. Body wise

Chris · 05-31-2001, 02:31 PM

As it gets newer, it gets more refined and luxurious . But this adds weight, about 130 pounds, even though they lost weight elsewhere.

lancerz · 06-03-2001, 08:26 AM

So it seems that everyone prefers the Evolution VI...so do I, possible reasons for this...

a) its been around the longest
b) it simply looks god damn good
c) it has more variations then a pack of M&M's
d) its been advertised worldwide and people still crave for it

But lets not push the newest member of the family out of the picture just yet!

the Evo VII does look good, not as good as the Evo VI i must admit, it has more of a 'futuristic' look towards it, but it still has style. Just like Chris said, it gets luxurious, but heavier...but why would Mitsubishi want the Evo VII stylish? they know for a god damn fact its a rally car and they still choose to make it look good, im assuming this is because of the STi's nice interior.

The Evo VII has great power and all the Newest Einstein gadgets the Evo VI didnt have, but that really doesnt matter.

My Verdict:

Evo VII: Nice
Evo VI: I want One

Chris · 06-03-2001, 06:03 PM

Well put

I think the VI had some neat things anyway. Didn't it have a titanium-aluminum turbine? Or did I read that, but it was saying what the new Evo would have? I dunno.

Eventually, it may get completely out of wack, then a complete redesign will make it all better. Lets just hope it doesn't come to that

lancerz · 06-03-2001, 08:46 PM

Lets hope the Evo VII doesnt get out of wack..

if it does, it could be fatal.....just look at the new WRX hahaha :hehehe:

now that is what you call designing gone wrong

The Evo VII better stay the way it is and get some Model's added to it like the Zero-Fighter, and eXtreme (which would look cool

)

Chris · 06-04-2001, 09:01 AM

Some extreme sport models would be nice, for true rally junkies.
AND BRING THE CAR OVER HERE, DAMN IT

VQuick · 06-05-2001, 01:56 PM

They said that the Evo VII is just as 'mad' as the VI, but it's just more refined on the interior. To them, the quality of the interior had gone up a lot from the VI. This hints that we'll be getting the VII in the US. If it's good enough for the Brits, it's prolly good enough for us.
Keep in mind that the VII is also based on a new, larger platform, so that's where a lot of that weight came from. Mitsubishi used a lot of weight saving methods to keep the weight gain down. They also tuned up the engine a bit to make up for it. Although the power stays at 276hp(

), the torque is up to 289lb-ft. Still not convinced that it's fast enough? Check the newest issue of Car with the new Mini on the cover. There's a head-to-head with the Evo VII against the new E46 M3. The VII handled better, instilled more driver's confidence(especially when the M3 had the traction constrol off.hehe), had more torque(Yeah, I was surprised too) and better acceleration. Oh, and it was 8k(in Brit pounds) cheaper too.
As for the looks, Car liked the VII a lot better. And for the US folks like me, it's better this way. The front bumper was one of the primary reasons it was never sold here. With those massive foglights, it never would have passed crash tests. Don't worry, the aftermarket will come up with something to fix it, I'm sure.

The great thing is, the 276hp Evo is what will compete with the 227hp WRX. This forces Subaru's hand, so that they have to sell their 276hp WRX STi just to keep up. But, Mitsubishi still has their Ralliart tuned Evos, like the Extreme and Zero Fighter, making aroud 340hp, so they'll stay on top. It's almost like the Ford/Chevy wars, huh?:sun:

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