Title: Mitsubishi new small-sized passenger car 'Cordia'

Authors: R. Mitamura, S. Ikemura

Addresses: Manager, Component Development Sec., Research Department, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, Japan. ' Vice Manager, Vehicle Planning Department, Passenger Car Engineering Centre, Japan

Abstract: Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has introduced the Cordia, a small-sized passenger coupe. This new vehicle is characterized by optimum specifications with respect to size, performance, roominess, economy, and flexibility. The major engineering features are front-wheel drive, electronic application, aerodynamic considerations, turbotuned engine, unique styling, reliability- and economy-oriented technologies. In this paper, the major specifications, design features, special components and new technologies are presented.

Keywords: aerodynamic drag; Cordia; engine performance; fuel economy; small-sized passenger cars; ride comfort; vehicle design; vehicle weight.

DOI: 10.1504/IJVD.1983.061300

International Journal of Vehicle Design, 1983 Vol.4 No.1, pp.69 - 85

Published online: 25 May 2014 *

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