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Epidemic · 05-10-2004, 11:09 PM

First of all let me state that I own a Mitsubishi Lancer(yes the eco-box) and my best friend owns a Mitsubishi Evolution.

American Lancer is based off the mirage and cedia platform. 4g94 2.0 SOHC engine, based off the 1.5 and 1.8 4g93 engine.

American Evolution is based off the 4g63 2.0 DOHC engine. This engine has gone through many changes in the the past 12+ years it has been out. The version in the Evolution has been tested to push over 550 hp with stock internals and no known engine problems. The only problem with this car (AND YES IT IS A HUGE PROBLEM) is the clutch. Mitsubishi really did a fucked up job and lined up the tranmission in a way that puts extra stress on the clutch. My best friend burned his clutch at 7500 miles, another one of my friends burned his out at 1500. Then Mitsubishi tears down the tranny looks at the blue and purple clutch and tells the customer it is due to them racing it, makes them pay for the new one(that costs over 2000 for the clutch and install), then waits until they do it again.

The only thing the two cars share is the sound system, basic body parts(the evo has aluminum fenders and hood for weight), and the interior is the same.

My friend's best times on a few mods (intake, exhaust, SAFC, boost controller, Fuel pump, 6-puck racing clutch) have been in the mid to high 11's.

I have not driven a STI, but I have heard MANY good things about them. The only problem that I have heard about is detonation problems. The transmission seems to be bulletproof though.

Either way both cars are great choices. They are both in the same price range, so why not take both for a spin. Just remember the upkeep of the car is what is going to kill you. Tires go out every year, clutches are a pain in the pocket, and Mitsubishi makes you do you oil changes with them or they void you warranty.

05-10-2004, 11:09 PM	#62 (permalink)
Epidemic Upright	First of all let me state that I own a Mitsubishi Lancer(yes the eco-box) and my best friend owns a Mitsubishi Evolution. American Lancer is based off the mirage and cedia platform. 4g94 2.0 SOHC engine, based off the 1.5 and 1.8 4g93 engine. American Evolution is based off the 4g63 2.0 DOHC engine. This engine has gone through many changes in the the past 12+ years it has been out. The version in the Evolution has been tested to push over 550 hp with stock internals and no known engine problems. The only problem with this car (AND YES IT IS A HUGE PROBLEM) is the clutch. Mitsubishi really did a fucked up job and lined up the tranmission in a way that puts extra stress on the clutch. My best friend burned his clutch at 7500 miles, another one of my friends burned his out at 1500. Then Mitsubishi tears down the tranny looks at the blue and purple clutch and tells the customer it is due to them racing it, makes them pay for the new one(that costs over 2000 for the clutch and install), then waits until they do it again. The only thing the two cars share is the sound system, basic body parts(the evo has aluminum fenders and hood for weight), and the interior is the same. My friend's best times on a few mods (intake, exhaust, SAFC, boost controller, Fuel pump, 6-puck racing clutch) have been in the mid to high 11's. I have not driven a STI, but I have heard MANY good things about them. The only problem that I have heard about is detonation problems. The transmission seems to be bulletproof though. Either way both cars are great choices. They are both in the same price range, so why not take both for a spin. Just remember the upkeep of the car is what is going to kill you. Tires go out every year, clutches are a pain in the pocket, and Mitsubishi makes you do you oil changes with them or they void you warranty. Last edited by Epidemic; 05-10-2004 at 11:12 PM..