Speaking of Mitsubishi, many performance car fans are excited, the first thing that comes to mind is EVO, which refers to Mitsubishi Lancer EVOLUTION, which is a four-wheel drive high-performance sedan based on Lancer research and development. But in fact, there is more than one EVO, you know?
Off-road fans may know that In fact, Pajero has an EVO. Pajero is another well-known car series in Mitsubishi, occupying a place in the hardcore off-road field, and is commonly known as "Bobcat" by riders. However, with the development of the times, competitors continue to improve, and Pajero has gradually faded out of the market. Back pajero in the country, the V55 generation model can be said to be one of the popular cars of the year, the north and south of the river to see its figure, this is also The highlight moment of Pajero, but the domestic procedures of the Pajero EVO is one of the few.
If the Lancer EVO is famous for the WRC, then Pajero's stage is the Dakar Rally, and the Dakar car based on Pajero is invincible on the field. The reason for the birth of the Pajero EVO is also the same routine as the Lancer EVO, in order to meet the needs of the T2 class of the Dakar Rally that year, between 1997 and 1999, 2500 Pajero EVO was produced.
The Pajero EVO is based on the Pajero V55 and is powered by the classic 3.5L V6 MIVIC engine, code-named 6G74. The maximum output power reaches 276 horsepower and the maximum torque reaches 355 Nm. Matched with the INVESC-II four-speed automatic transmission. In the face of high-performance racing, the calibration of the powertrain is efficient and perfect even now.
In terms of size, the Pajero EVO is 4510/1810/1480mm in length, width and height, with a wheelbase of 2650mm, and a three-door structure that is very short and concise. In terms of appearance, the EVO of course has its own characteristic elements, including the front cover with heat dissipation holes, and the front and rear wide body, wading hose and tail wing, etc., plus the white rally wheels, which look very effective, simply the original racing car.
Like its contemporaries, the Mitsubishi Pajero V55 EVO was also equipped with the first-generation Super Select All-Wheel Drive system. The central differential speed between the front and rear axles is achieved by the action of the viscous couplings. Switching between rear-wheel drive and full-time four-wheel drive can be realized during the process of travel. Unlike the ordinary Pajero, the front and rear axle differentials of the Pajero V55 EVO use the Towson differential, which, yes, is the Towson differential used as the central differential by the Audi Quattro full-time four-wheel drive system.
In terms of interior, it is generally the layout and style of the Pajero V55, but it is equipped with RECARO barrel seats to provide better lateral support.