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07-09-2004, 08:33 PM
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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?
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07-10-2004, 08:46 PM
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Seems funny that a Japanese car would be named in english, but I guess their biggest markets are Australia, UK, and USA.
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07-10-2004, 09:47 PM
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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
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07-10-2004, 09:59 PM
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Re: what does vr4 mean
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.
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07-11-2004, 12:24 AM
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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.
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#10
07-11-2004, 03:46 AM
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Re: what does vr4 mean
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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....
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07-14-2004, 02:47 PM
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Re: what does vr4 mean
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what the heck does that mean??? |
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07-14-2004, 03:06 PM
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Re: what does vr4 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
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#14
07-15-2004, 05:38 AM
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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. |
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07-15-2004, 11:55 AM
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Re: what does vr4 mean
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.
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