what does vr4 mean

what does vr4 mean? does it have a meaning i know it is 300 0r 320 hp and all wheel drive and the ultimate 3000gt but what does it stand for? :smokin:

Viscous, Realtime-4

are you serious?

yes i am very serious

Seems funny that a Japanese car would be named in english, but I guess their biggest markets are Australia, UK, and USA.

If Yogs is serious about that, it is probably the worst name for a vehicle trim ever! *But I don't think he is serious ;)

The VR4 badge was first used in Japan on the 89 Gallant when a 4WD turbo model was released to compete in Group N and Group A rallying. The driveline from this car was then used in the Lancer to create the famous Evolution range which replaced the Gallant as Mitsi's primary rally car.

The Gallant got bigger and fatter, but still retained a VR4 model. However the 4cyl 4g63 was replaced by a 3l twin turbo V6.
They also got all sorts of electronic aids, and they were a variety of varients, including 2.5L V6 models, Legnum wagon versions, and even a VR4 GT model that had raised suspension and bug ugly bull bar style bumbers, and two tone paint.


Quite how the US spec GTO/3000GT ended up with a VR4 name on the Turbo AWD model I have no idea, as Iv never seen it on a Jap or NZ spec GTO/3000GT.

However, I have seen it in small letters on the boot lid of non-turbo 4WD V6 gallants with GLXi badges, my guess is it stands for exactly what Yogs said it does.
It certianly makes sense, and fits well with the Japanese style of badging.

Hate to say it, but I'm serious.

yes, it really does stand for viscous realtime 4

as for JDM cars, there are no VR-4s in Japan, this is what they have:

SR: AWD N/A
Twin Turbo: Equivelant to a U.S. VR-4
MR: same as the Twin Turbo, except it weighs less, and had the option of 13g turbos, which would explain why they run 12.7 in the 1/4 at stock boost levels. I think i once heard that they are mid engined if anyone can confirm if they are or not.

yes, it really does stand for viscous realtime 4

as for JDM cars, there are no VR-4s in Japan, this is what they have:

SR: AWD N/A
Twin Turbo: Equivelant to a U.S. VR-4
MR: same as the Twin Turbo, except it weighs less, and had the option of 13g turbos, which would explain why they run 12.7 in the 1/4 at stock boost levels. I think i once heard that they are mid engined if anyone can confirm if they are or not.

im pretty sure that the MRs's arent mid engined.

stats

SR

Make Mitsubishi
Family GTO
Model Variant GTO SR
Year August 1998 to 2000
New Price 299.8 ten thousand Yen
Body Type Coupe
Seating Capacity 4
Engine Code 6g72
Engine Type V6 DOHC 24 valve
Engine Size 3.0 litres (2972 cc)
Bore × stroke 91.1mm × 76mm
Compression ratio 10:1
Fuel system
Max power 165kW @ 6000rpm
Max torque 274Nm @ 4500rpm
Forced Induction No
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 litres
Fuel type Unleaded premium gasoline
Fuel Consumption 10.9 l/100km
Transmission 5 speed manual
Drive Layout FULL4WD
Steering Type Power assisted rack & pinion
Front Suspension MacPherson struts
Rear suspension Double wishbone
Front brakes Ventilated disk
Rear brakes Ventilated disk
Front tyres 225/50R17 94v
Rear tyres 225/50R17 94v
Turning circle 11.4 m
Exterior Length 4600mm
Exterior Width 1840mm
Exterior Height 1285mm
Interior Length 1570mm
Interior Width 1510mm
Interior Height 1070mm
Wheelbase 2470mm
Front Track 1560mm
Rear Track 1580mm
Ground Clearance 145mm
Weight 1600kg
Standard features Front fog lamps, Projector headlights, Rear spoiler, Rear window wiper, Driver airbag, Front passenger airbag, Anti-lock braking system, Rear seat lap sash belt, Side impact protection bars, Power windows, Central door locking, Steering wheel height adjust, Leather steering wheel, Alloy wheels
Optional features Limited slip differential, Navigation system, Leather seats

Twin Turbo

Make Mitsubishi
Family GTO
Model Variant GTO twin turbo
Year August 1998 to 2000
New Price 432.3 ten thousand Yen
Body Type Coupe
Seating Capacity 4
Engine Code 6g72 (twin turbo * twin intercooler)
Engine Type V6 DOHC 24 valve IC twin turbo
Engine Size 3.0 litres (2972 cc)
Bore × stroke 91.1mm × 76mm
Compression ratio 8:1
Fuel system
Max power 206kW @ 6000rpm
Max torque 426Nm @ 2500rpm
Forced Induction IC equipped twin turbo
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 litres
Fuel type Unleaded premium gasoline
Fuel Consumption 12.5 l/100km
Transmission 6 speed manual
Drive Layout FULL4WD
Steering Type Power assisted rack & pinion
Front Suspension MacPherson struts (ECS)
Rear suspension Double wishbone (ECS)
Front brakes Ventilated disk
Rear brakes Ventilated disk
Front tyres 245/40ZR18
Rear tyres 245/40ZR18
Turning circle 11.8 m
Exterior Length 4600mm
Exterior Width 1840mm
Exterior Height 1285mm
Interior Length 1570mm
Interior Width 1510mm
Interior Height 1070mm
Wheelbase 2470mm
Front Track 1560mm
Rear Track 1580mm
Ground Clearance 145mm
Weight 1680kg
Standard features Limited slip differential, Front fog lamps, Projector headlights, Rear spoiler, Rear window wiper, Driver airbag, Front passenger airbag, Anti-lock braking system, Rear seat lap sash belt, Side impact protection bars, Power windows, Central door locking, Steering wheel height adjust, Leather steering wheel, Power front seat adjustment, Alloy wheels
Optional features Navigation system, Leather seats

MR

Make Mitsubishi
Family GTO
Model Variant GTO twin turbo MR
Year August 1998 to 2000
New Price 397.9 ten thousand Yen
Body Type Coupe
Seating Capacity 4
Engine Code 6g72 (twin turbo * twin intercooler)
Engine Type V6 DOHC 24 valve IC twin turbo
Engine Size 3.0 litres (2972 cc)
Bore × stroke 91.1mm × 76mm
Compression ratio 8:1
Fuel system
Max power 206kW @ 6000rpm
Max torque 426Nm @ 2500rpm
Forced Induction IC equipped twin turbo
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 litres
Fuel type Unleaded premium gasoline
Fuel Consumption 12.5 l/100km
Transmission 6 speed manual
Drive Layout FULL4WD
Steering Type Power assisted rack & pinion
Front Suspension MacPherson struts
Rear suspension Double wishbone
Front brakes Ventilated disk
Rear brakes Ventilated disk
Front tyres 245/40ZR18
Rear tyres 245/40ZR18
Turning circle 11.8 m
Exterior Length 4600mm
Exterior Width 1840mm
Exterior Height 1285mm
Interior Length 1570mm
Interior Width 1510mm
Interior Height 1070mm
Wheelbase 2470mm
Front Track 1560mm
Rear Track 1580mm
Ground Clearance 145mm
Weight 1670kg
Standard features Limited slip differential, Front fog lamps, Projector headlights, Rear spoiler, Rear window wiper, Driver airbag, Front passenger airbag, Anti-lock braking system, Rear seat lap sash belt, Side impact protection bars, Power windows, Central door locking, Steering wheel height adjust, Leather steering wheel, Power front seat adjustment, Alloy wheels
Optional features Navigation system

Dont ask about performance stats cuz i couldnt find them....

the mr stands for Mitsubishi racing, just like the Evo MR

Viscous, Realtime-4


what the heck does that mean???

viscous coupling is a type of differential that links your front and rear so if the front or rear start breaking loose and lose traction, the torque is transfered to the other set to allow the wheels without traction to lock up again. Realtime-4(AWD, not part-time 4WD).

To learn more about differentials:
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/differential.htm
And just go through all the pages, it is really easy to understand, and helped me the first time.

Or to simply skip to viscous coupling:
http://auto.howstuffworks.com/differential9.htm

The HSX brocure says VR4 stands for viscous realtime all wheel drive with 4 wheel steering.

That explains why the galant is a VR4 and the eclipse is not, dispite being a vicous coupled AWD system.

slightly off post but the mitsu evolutions had a model called the FQ350 or FQ300 and i laughed my head off when i was told why it was called that.

this is gospel and it meant f***ing quick 350hp

i think its the japanese sense of humour.

GTO MR's run the 1/4 mile in 12.7???? how much do they weigh? what are the hp numbers for it? sorry just curious

slightly off post but the mitsu evolutions had a model called the FQ350 or FQ300 and i laughed my head off when i was told why it was called that.

this is gospel and it meant f***ing quick 350hp

i think its the japanese sense of humour.


LOL That's funny. :biggrin:

GTO MR's run the 1/4 mile in 12.7???? how much do they weigh? what are the hp numbers for it? sorry just curious

check the 1st page dude. i posted the stats there.

i was looking up VR4 tonight and i finally found answers. If any of you are interested look at these links you will find out.


ctrl-f: what does vr4 stand for?

e-mail me sometime for comments, [email protected]

i was looking up VR4 tonight and i finally found answers. If any of you are interested look at these links you will find out.


ctrl-f: what does vr4 stand for?

e-mail me sometime for comments, [email protected]

It was already posted like what.....A YEAR AGO. :loser:

...and you provided no links.

Old threads should remain dead.