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Mitsu EVO runs a 10.01 in the 1/4
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That is funny, I do have to say most of the people with evo's are punks and this is there 1st sports car. Then there are those who goto the track with and, don't talk trash, and also enjoy EVERY sports car from Mustangs, to Ferrari's.
pbassjo said:
Check out the 1 lap, come in 1st on may of the tracks. I think it will just keep getting better, I know overseas you can get the evo with 400HP form Mitsu. Also the MR is going to be nice and I will get one of those too. Maybe I am just excited because I had my NSX for 5 years with noting new coming out, now I have the evo and in the 1st year they now have 3 different one's to choose from and the evo 9 should be out in 2006. 
T Bell said:The EVO's are fast but not the fastest. They turn 2:50 stock @ Road America. An ITR stock turns a 2:50. A GSR stock turns 3:00. A stock NSX turns 2:50 I have seen a few modded EVO's run 2:40's, and I have seen modded NSX's turn 2:30's and few have cracked 2:29.
On a short track, The EVO will probably fare better. Top speed = NSX. 1/4 = EVO. Classy admirers = NSX. High School kids = EVO
To each their own. I honestly have waited for 10 years for the car to come, so I will NOT knock an EVO or WRX. I love them all. I would rather pick on Domestic cars.
It may be fast, but that doens't mean it isn't a POS. Where are the threads that were going around about 8 months ago talking about all the Mitsu owners complaining of rust problems from the inside out after 6 months on a new car that was discovered when they took off some panels. If that is not cheaply made, I don't know what is.
I like that they are fast. I like that they are cheap to buy. I don't like the quality and I think they are damn ugly. Like I said before, couldn't they at least have put a better looking shell on them. Hyundai's have more style than they do.
I like that they are fast. I like that they are cheap to buy. I don't like the quality and I think they are damn ugly. Like I said before, couldn't they at least have put a better looking shell on them. Hyundai's have more style than they do.
Ya, that was a shitty thing to do and I am sorry.
Sig said:
I think about 15 had this problem and mitsu fixed it, kinda like the 1991 NSX Tranny right? Also I like the way the car looks, and it's a blast at the track. The quality is not bad, the inside is all business, no BS, no NAV nothing like that, no traction control. I bought it because it's FAST around a track, I am getting a E55 or a new M5 when they come out, I think and that has all the BS the EVO does not have. Anyway drive one they are a blast, with 2700 in mods I can get a 0-60 in 3.6 and the 1/4 in 12.2 @ 113 and hang with a Z06 or supercharged NSX.
jlindy said:
Okay, Evo is the end all be all. Yeah. Whatever. The question is, after you pounce your NSX's, Ferrari's, Porsches, etc. and you decide to celebrate by going to a fancy restaraunt, bar, or vegas casino, whose car is the valet gonna park out in front?
Its got some pretty good support considering the low volume of numbers.
New stuff comes out every year. The car has been around for awhile so continuing more options when they're are already many out may not be a justifiable expense. JGTC guys would disagree but they use ythe car for it was intended!
I'd say in its category, easily one of the fastest stock, maybe not. A lot of fast cars out there. Top 5 the evo aint one of them.
Lets not generalise, i dont share the exact same opinions with everyone else!
The NSX was never intended to. But you can change anything to suit a particular need.
That being said i'm a fan of any imports, the evo has been popular in australia forever, being dragged since the early nineties (wrx was much more popular), nice cars not to keen on the new design though.
But tell me, where is the evo model thats a coupe? This is why i wanted the NSX (or a skyline GTR) Does every evo go to into the tens? Is it better feeling superior "because the model of car i chose has been taken into the tens so this important and you should all realise this" C'mon, if you love it so much good for you. Now share the bashing on another forum or share the love of cars here!
I want to see pics of the evo beast too! Interesting to see what has been done
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Ryanmcd2 said:
Except top speed!
Domestics have been running single digit quarters for decades. So, an import car can almost break into the 9's in the year 2004? Sorry, but how is this news?
Ryanmcd2 said:I think about 15 had this problem and mitsu fixed it, kinda like the 1991 NSX Tranny right? Also I like the way the car looks, and it's a blast at the track. The quality is not bad, the inside is all business, no BS, no NAV nothing like that, no traction control. I bought it because it's FAST around a track, I am getting a E55 or a new M5 when they come out, I think and that has all the BS the EVO does not have. Anyway drive one they are a blast, with 2700 in mods I can get a 0-60 in 3.6 and the 1/4 in 12.2 @ 113 and hang with a Z06 or supercharged NSX.
That would be great numbers and I would love to drive one to see what it is like. Just out of curiosity, what mods do you have to do to get it to 3.6 0-60 and 12.2 in 1/4 mile and for $2700? I am assuming that NOS is on the list, but without that what can she do?
Styling is a matter of preference, but even with all the scoops and fender flares, it is still a lancer which I have never liked the looks of, but I respect what they have been able to accomplish.
As far as the isolated incident with rusting, it is not a factory defect like the snap ring groove being too wide, rust has to do with the materials used to make the vehicle being subpar. Did Mitsu decided to change the materials for all their cars after the first 15 discovered rust problems? What about then the thousands they had already made before the rust was discovered? That doesn't make sense.
Enjoy the car. Like I said, I like what it brings to the table, I just wish it could be a little nicer plate.
Those numbers are from the Vishnu evo stage 1+ and no it has no nos on it. Check out the SCC mag in the evo shootout, I think it was last months mag. here is the link to the vendor http://www.vishnutuning.com/welcome.htm
Also with the upgraded turbo they turned a 3.0 0-60 and the 1/4 in 11.6 @ 126 and the driver sucked at drag racing. About the rust deal they changed it in production, I have a April 03 Build and have not had the problem. Mitsu is good about fixing things and very few cars had this problem and it was the 1st build's.
MODS
Turbo back exhaust
HKS Cams
Cam Gears
Piggy back computer
Fuel Pump
Also with the upgraded turbo they turned a 3.0 0-60 and the 1/4 in 11.6 @ 126 and the driver sucked at drag racing. About the rust deal they changed it in production, I have a April 03 Build and have not had the problem. Mitsu is good about fixing things and very few cars had this problem and it was the 1st build's.
MODS
Turbo back exhaust
HKS Cams
Cam Gears
Piggy back computer
Fuel Pump
jlindy said:That would be great numbers and I would love to drive one to see what it is like. Just out of curiosity, what mods do you have to do to get it to 3.6 0-60 and 12.2 in 1/4 mile and for $2700? I am assuming that NOS is on the list, but without that what can she do?
Styling is a matter of preference, but even with all the scoops and fender flares, it is still a lancer which I have never liked the looks of, but I respect what they have been able to accomplish.
As far as the isolated incident with rusting, it is not a factory defect like the snap ring groove being too wide, rust has to do with the materials used to make the vehicle being subpar. Did Mitsu decided to change the materials for all their cars after the first 15 discovered rust problems? What about then the thousands they had already made before the rust was discovered? That doesn't make sense.
Enjoy the car. Like I said, I like what it brings to the table, I just wish it could be a little nicer plate.
lol, if THAT is what it's all about the NSX fit's you perfect.
paulviriyapan said:Okay, Evo is the end all be all. Yeah. Whatever. The question is, after you pounce your NSX's, Ferrari's, Porsches, etc. and you decide to celebrate by going to a fancy restaraunt, bar, or vegas casino, whose car is the valet gonna park out in front?
Ryanmcd2 said:
and no CRUISE CONTROL!!!
Hey Ryan, has your leg "woke up" yet from the trip back from Savannah?
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I don't see a direction to this thread.
The EVO is admirable for what it is.. I test drove one recently and was thoroughly impressed by what it is.. alas, it is not an NSX and while I would love to own both, would never give up my X for it.. but THIS IS JUST ME!
As others have mentioned, I also did not buy my X for 1/4 mile times or ultimate performace. The NSX is a very unique automobile as I'm sure everyone here knows and it has and always will have its place in automotive history..
Whether the EVO will or not has yet to be seen but comparing the 2 is like comparing the SR-71 to the F-117.
My $.02
The EVO is admirable for what it is.. I test drove one recently and was thoroughly impressed by what it is.. alas, it is not an NSX and while I would love to own both, would never give up my X for it.. but THIS IS JUST ME!
As others have mentioned, I also did not buy my X for 1/4 mile times or ultimate performace. The NSX is a very unique automobile as I'm sure everyone here knows and it has and always will have its place in automotive history..
Whether the EVO will or not has yet to be seen but comparing the 2 is like comparing the SR-71 to the F-117.
My $.02
The disappearing Evo?
I've always been impressed with what they have done with the Lancer, and if it was a toss up, I'd take the Evo over a Subbie STI. But the way things are going that might not be a good long-term strategy. Hopefully there are no critical safety defects that have been covered up in your car. We will still welcome you back to the "family" when you come to your senses.
Former Mitsubishi president arrested in defect cover-up scandal
Mitsubishi Recalls Cars, Admits It Hid Defects
Mitsubishi recalls 450,000 vehicles for various defects
ps My snap ring was covered under warranty
I've always been impressed with what they have done with the Lancer, and if it was a toss up, I'd take the Evo over a Subbie STI. But the way things are going that might not be a good long-term strategy. Hopefully there are no critical safety defects that have been covered up in your car. We will still welcome you back to the "family" when you come to your senses.
Former Mitsubishi president arrested in defect cover-up scandal
Mitsubishi Recalls Cars, Admits It Hid Defects
Mitsubishi recalls 450,000 vehicles for various defects
ps My snap ring was covered under warranty
I don't have a factor X car and would outrun just about anything out there. You don't hear me bragging about that. A true person with a fast car does not brag about it, I just sit back and laugh when people downing the 1/4 mile time on the NSX. I don't think 10.56 is too bad. BTW, what does the EVO do stock in the 1/4? I thought Mitsu was going to drag strips trying to find people driving those cars to void the warranty.
Ya, you are right about no cruse control and that does suck lolrof. Oh well, noting like getting people on prime going.
DONYMO said:and no CRUISE CONTROL!!!
Hey Ryan, has your leg "woke up" yet from the trip back from Savannah?
Man a 10.6 is FAST, what was your MPH? Also mitsu is not going to the strip, people worry too much. I goto the track and still get fixed under warranty. Anyway you can get a NEW motor for 4k so who cares if it blows up, a good clutch is $2500 for this car lol
nsxlover said:
That is definately an advantage of the EVO. My engine build cost a lot more than that. When are you going to mod it? What kind of HP are you looking for?
Rob
Rob
Right now it has about 400-420 FLYWHEEL HP. I would like about 550-600 to the ground. The only downfall is you have to run C-16 gas because the displacement, so look to spend about 7-8$ a gallon for gas but this is not going to be my everyday car. 1st thing is 1st. I have to get a good coil over setup and then build the motor to handle the 35PSI I am going to be pushing. Also a lot of people are running that much boost. There are 4 evo's in my area getting turbo's in the next month or 2 and I want to see how they work out, I don't want to rev to 5,000 to get boost 4,000 is okay but right now I have max boost at 3,000 which is super nice. With a built motor you can run to about 9-9500RPM stock is 7500 and mine is 8,000 now. So perfect would be 35PSI @ 3500 RPM, Looking at the 3037 turbo and now they have a 3072 that looks nice. I will let others see what works 1st lol. I would like to have this car 100% done in a year but as you know nothing goes as planned. Also with all wheel drive putting that power down is not hard. I just talked to someone who runs 285 slicks on the front and the back and put's that much power down, I bet that thing is crazy on the track. Oh last thing is it WILL pass emissions lol
nsxlover said:
Ryan,
How are you doing? I remember talking with you at Sangrias a couple of years ago after NOPI.
Glad you are still around. You always make me chuckle. I know we did a lot of that that night.
Take care & be safe
How are you doing? I remember talking with you at Sangrias a couple of years ago after NOPI.
Glad you are still around. You always make me chuckle. I know we did a lot of that that night.
Take care & be safe
That was a good time, will have to do it again some time.
92NSX said:Ryan,
How are you doing? I remember talking with you at Sangrias a couple of years ago after NOPI.
Glad you are still around. You always make me chuckle. I know we did a lot of that that night.
Take care & be safe
I agree. Might be sporting a different car next time though.Ryanmcd2 said:That was a good time, will have to do it again some time.
The thing I dont understand is, if you actually have money, why do this with an Evolution (not EVO, the Japanese get the REAL EVO, we get the "Evolution")???? Everyone with an Evolution seems to have a chip on their shoulder and talks all kinds of trash about how "they'll be buying this or that, but for now have the <$30k mitsu".
Personally, I've been dissatisifed with the performance potential of my NSX lately as well, but there is no way Im going to buy a LANCER to replace it! I'll get into the 10's if I choose to as well, but I'll do it in a supercharged 911 or a Viper.
If the Evolution is what you can afford, thats cool and theres no problem with that. But, like with a Mustang or an F-Body, nearly anyone who can *really* afford something better, will buy it.
I can't believe I'm sounding like Allan in this thread, but these conversations are always so idiotic. ANYONE on this forum can easily buy an Evolution since the OLDEST NSX can almost trade even for a brand new one! Not to mention a used modded Z06 (or an old modded Supra) will pound an Evolution into the ground in the 1/4 for even less money and look better doing it!
Are you getting a comission on them or something? Your thread wasnt about performance, it was about trashing the X which is just stupid. Your first post with the numbers illicited nice responses with GENUINE GOOD NATURED interest so, in typical TROLL fashion, you take it down a notch to NSX bashing (ON THE NSX FORUM) and then pretend to be surprised when people get nasty...
Personally, I've been dissatisifed with the performance potential of my NSX lately as well, but there is no way Im going to buy a LANCER to replace it! I'll get into the 10's if I choose to as well, but I'll do it in a supercharged 911 or a Viper.
If the Evolution is what you can afford, thats cool and theres no problem with that. But, like with a Mustang or an F-Body, nearly anyone who can *really* afford something better, will buy it.
I can't believe I'm sounding like Allan in this thread, but these conversations are always so idiotic. ANYONE on this forum can easily buy an Evolution since the OLDEST NSX can almost trade even for a brand new one! Not to mention a used modded Z06 (or an old modded Supra) will pound an Evolution into the ground in the 1/4 for even less money and look better doing it!
Are you getting a comission on them or something? Your thread wasnt about performance, it was about trashing the X which is just stupid. Your first post with the numbers illicited nice responses with GENUINE GOOD NATURED interest so, in typical TROLL fashion, you take it down a notch to NSX bashing (ON THE NSX FORUM) and then pretend to be surprised when people get nasty...
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