Evolution 5 1998

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Evolution 5
1998













1997 marked the debut of the new FIA-approved World Rally Car class, its use restricted to WRC events. But Mitsubishi Motors decided to continue with the Lancer Evolution in Group A, this class being much closer structurally to the production model.

Launched in 1998, Evolution V was given a wider track to stay competitive against the World Rally Car class,. Evolution V measured in with a front track of 1510mm and rear track of 1505mm, while overall width was extended to the 1770mm limit permitted by the regulations using aluminum front fenders and macho rear over-fenders. Evolution V ran on new 17-inch wheels shod with wide 225/45R17 rubber as standard.

At the front, aerodynamic and cooling performance was enhanced with a canard-spoiler under the front bumper and larger grille openings to match the uprated radiator. The outlets in the aluminum engine hood were enlarged and reshaped for better heat extraction. While retaining the delta-shaped wicker, the reardeck spoiler was optimized for position and used an aluminum wing with adjustable attack angle.

The suspension was optimized for the wider track. The front gained a camber adjuster and inverted struts. While overall stiffness was beefed up, wheel stroke lengthened and steering gearbox relocated, weight was reduced and geometry optimized. At the rear, improvements were made to all inner and outer pivot points, geometry was optimized, weight reduced and stiffness substantially increased.

The rear roll center was also optimized to realize more responsive behavior and better tire-road contact. With the larger wheels and tires, braking was upgraded with Brembo 17-inch ventilated disc with 4-pot calipers at the front and 16- inch ventilated disc with 2-pot calipers at the rear. The use of turbocharger nozzles with larger surface areas increased maximum torque to 38.0Kg-m at 3000rpm.

1. Vehicular performance

2.0-litre DOHC intercooler-turbocharged engine
The new Evolution V generates maximum output of 280 PS and torque of 38.0 kg-m (2.0 kg-m more than Evolution IV) using an upgraded intercooler, enlarged nozzle area in the twin-scroll turbocharger, lighter pistons, and upgraded radiator and oil-cooler.

Close-ratio transmission
The new Evolution V uses a close-ratio gearbox which, together with a stiffer linkage and shorter shift lever, realizes more direct and positive operation and better shift feel.

Suspension and handling
Longer lower arms in the front and changes to the arm attachment points in the rear suspension widen the track 40mm at the front and 35mm at the rear over Evolution IV. This, together with stiffer toe and camber resulting from the use of inverted struts at the front, results in improved cornering stability.

Tires
Evolution V uses 225 / 45ZR17 tires, improving grip and realizing a substantial increase in cornering limits.

Brakes
To match the improved dynamic performance, Evolution V uses Brembo 17-inch 4-pot caliper brakes at the front and 16-inch 2-pot caliper brakes at the rear. (16-inch 2-pot caliper at front and 15-inch single-pot caliper at rear on Evolution IV). The result is less fade and more stable braking at high brake temperatures.

Adaptive yaw control
Evolution V achieves optimal torque distribution to all four wheels by combining a helical limited slip differential in the front transaxle with Mitsubishi's own AYC (Active Yaw Control) system that generates a stabilizing yaw moment by creating a torque differential in the right and left wheels. The result is improved cornering performance and stability on all surfaces.

2. Exterior

Styling
Contributing to Evolution V's outstanding aerodynamics is a full range of redesigned aeroparts, including the impressive aluminum engine hood, wide fenders, front and rear bumpers, as well as front, side and rear airdams.

Aero-tuning
Evolution V sports a delta-shaped wicker and adjustable rear deck spoiler that provides four different angle of attack settings for the wing to optimally match all driving speeds.

Wheels
Evolution V uses a new design of OZ 17-inch alloy road wheels.

Colors
Evolution V is offered in a choice of five body colors: Scotia White, Satellite Blue, Pyrenean Black, Palmar Red and Dandelion Yellow (factory option).

3. Interior

Seats
A new design of Recaro bucket seat provides improved hold and occupant location.

Steering wheel
Evolution V uses a MOMO leather steering wheel and leather shift knob.

Color coordination
The interior uses black throughout to accent the models sporty design and nature.

4. Safety
SRS airbags for driver and front passenger, and anti-lock braking are standard on all models.


Engine: 2.0-litre DOHC 16-valve in-line four, turbocharged
Power: 206 kW @ 7000 rpm
Torque: 38.0 kg @ 3000 rpm
Final Drive: 4.529


0-100 km/h: 5.0 seconds
0-400 m: approximately 14.8 seconds


Brakes: FRONT: BREMBO 17" Ventilated Discs with 4-pot aliminium Calipers
REAR: BREMBO 16" Ventilated Discs with 2-pot aliminium Calipers

Tyres: 225 / 45ZR17


Colours: Scotia White, Satellite Silver, Parma Red, Pyrenean Black and Dandelion Yellow (factory option).
Cost: ?
Other: Full Time 4WD, Adaptive Yaw Control
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