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Mitsubishi Lancer III Wagon 1.8 D (60 Hp)
Overall Rating
Mitsubishi Lancer:
The Mitsubishi Lancer is an automobile that was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors from 1973 until 2024.
The Lancer has been marketed as the Colt Lancer, Dodge Colt, Plymouth Colt, Chrysler Valiant Lancer, Chrysler Lancer, Eagle Summit, Hindustan Lancer, Soueast Lioncel, and Mitsubishi Mirage in various countries at different times, and has been sold as the Mitsubishi Galant Fortis in Japan since 2007. It has also been sold as Mitsubishi Lancer Fortis in Taiwan with a different facelift than the Galant Fortis. In Japan, it was sold at a specific retail chain called Car Plaza....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Wagon Overview:
Mitsubishi Lancer (III Wagon). With 113 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1000 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15.4 s). The top speed reaches 145 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 D (60 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Improved over the 58 Hp variant, offering slightly better acceleration but still focused on efficiency rather than speed.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy (6.8 l/100 km), making it an excellent choice for long-distance or frequent drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Practical and spacious wagon body style
- • Available 4x4 system for enhanced traction and versatility
- • Generally reliable and durable powertrains
- • Economical diesel engine options
- • Straightforward and affordable maintenance
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Basic interior design and materials
- • Limited performance on lower-powered trims
- • Not as refined as some European competitors
- • Susceptible to rust in older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Wagon: 1985 - 1986).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Lancer |
| Generation: | III Wagon |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 D (60 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1986 |
| End of production: | 1992 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 60 Hp @ 4500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 33.4 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 113 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 4D65 [Same engine] More details about the engine 4D65 |
| Engine displacement: | 1796 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.6 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 21.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 145 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.7 kg/Hp, 60 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.8 kg/Nm, 113 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1000 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 377 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4115 mm mm |
| Width: | 1635 mm mm |
| Height: | 1415 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2380 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1410 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1340 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/70 R13 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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