Difference between revisions of "Fifth Generation Galant"
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The vehicle was never available in Australia but is significant in Australian automotive folklore as being the basis of the [[First Generation Magna|first]] Mitsubishi Magna. | The vehicle was never available in Australia but is significant in Australian automotive folklore as being the basis of the [[First Generation Magna|first]] Mitsubishi Magna. | ||
| − | The fifth generation Galant was the first Galant to use front-wheel drive layout, reportedly chosen by engineers to create a larger interior and boot. The wedge shape, while looking like the common three-box design of the era was | + | The fifth generation Galant was the first Galant to use front-wheel drive layout, reportedly chosen by engineers to create a larger interior and boot. The wedge shape, while looking like the common three-box design of the era was quite aerodynamic with low-drag resistance of just 0.36 C d. The generation introduced new series of 1.8 and 2.0 Litre engines with both ECI turbo and electronic carburetted atmo induction. The electro-carb controlled the air-fuel ratio electronically to deliver higher performance and lower fuel economy than a conventional carburettor while being less expensive than full fuel injection. These engines were joined by a 1.6 Litre petrol and 1.8 Litre turbo diesel in March 1984. A further engine enhancement came in May 1984 with the 125-147kW (power claims vary) intercooled turbo 2.0 Litre [[Sirius_family|Sirius/Cyclone DASH]] engine featuring a unique 3x2 valve setup that switched between 2 or 3 valves per cylinder to allow for smooth power delivery and good fuel economy. |
The Galant saw an extensive suite of electronics with electronically controlled automatic transmission, electric controlled suspension and electric power steering. | The Galant saw an extensive suite of electronics with electronically controlled automatic transmission, electric controlled suspension and electric power steering. | ||
