David Fauth wrote:
> Actually, the Type R has 15x6" wheels, as compared to the 14x6" of the Neon.
> Both cars can only fit 225 width tires.........
The Type R's exclusive white, aluminum wheels have a 5 mm greater
offset than the GS-R. The 15x6JJ alloy wheels also feature a
larger, five-bolt lug pattern for increased rigidity.
and..........
* 195-horsepower 1.8-liter dual overhead cam 16-valve VTEC
inline 4-cylinder engine that provides more horsepower per
liter than any normally aspirated mass-produced engine in the
U.S.;
* Hand-polished intake and exhaust ports and single-port intake
manifold;
* An exhaust system with a larger diameter to allow larger
volume flow;
* Overall vehicle weight reduced by 93 Ibs. (42 kg);
* Torque-sensitive helical limited slip differential;
* Lower overall vehicle height (by 15 mm) and aerodynamic
refinements that result in 30% less lift (CI) and 1% less
drag (Cd);
* Racetrack-calibrated suspension and high-performance tires;
* Larger disk brakes with performance-oriented calipers;
* Refined Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS);
* Reinforced unit body structure.
Sounds like it has a few more things than a Neon :-)
I still think it makes sense to let it redefine G Stock with the Talons and
Firebirds, and perhaps move some other now defunct cars out of the class
elsewhere.
Scott Meyers
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