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Paykan Saloon 1.8 (96 Hp)
Overall Rating
Paykan Saloon:
The Paykan is the first Iranian-made car produced by Iran Khodro, between 1967 and 2005. The car, formerly called "Iran National", is a licensed version of the British Rootes Arrow and was very popular in Iran from its introduction until its discontinuation.
The Paykan spawned some locally developed variants, most notably a coupé utility named Bardo and having a different body shell from other the one sold elsewhere.
The design was introduced to Iran by Mahmoud Khayami, co-founder and, by then, owner of the Iran Khodro company and factory, who accurately predicted that Iran was in need of a simple "no-frills" motorcar within the price range of ordinary people....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Saloon Overview:
Paykan Saloon (Saloon). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). Weighing only 915 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Paykan Saloon was produced before modern safety standards and Euro NCAP testing. It lacks contemporary active and passive safety features, offering minimal crash protection by today's benchmarks.
1.8 (96 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most capable engine in the lineup, offering the best acceleration (15s 0-100km/h) and making highway travel more feasible. Still a basic, non-performance engine, but the most 'lively'.
Fuel Economy
Despite the higher power, fuel economy is expected to be similar to the lower-powered 1.8L, reflecting the older engine technology and carburettor system.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Extremely simple and robust mechanics, easy to repair
- • High reliability and durability in harsh conditions
- • Very affordable purchase and maintenance costs
- • Spacious trunk for its class
- • Iconic and recognizable design in its primary markets
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features and minimal crash protection
- • Very poor performance and acceleration by modern standards
- • Basic interior comfort and lack of modern amenities
- • High fuel consumption compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Unrefined driving experience with basic handling
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Saloon: 1989 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Paykan |
| Model: | Saloon |
| Generation: | Saloon |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (96 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 96 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 54.5 Hp/l [232mm more] |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 2750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | XU 7 JPK More details about the engine XU 7 JPK |
| Engine displacement: | 1761 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.4 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.5 kg/Hp, 104.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.1 kg/Nm, 163.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 915 |
| Max. weight: | 1380 |
| Max load: | 465 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4502 mm [232mm more] |
| Width: | 1735 mm [115mm more] |
| Height: | 1462 mm [42mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2671 mm [171mm more] |
| Front track: | 1448 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 123 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 14.40 m [above average] |
| 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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