SVX Network Forums Live Chat! SVX or Subaru Links Old Lockers Photo Post How-To Documents Message Archive SVX Shop Search |
IRC users: |
#1
|
|||
|
|||
True top speed?
Greetings. I'm in a pissin' contest with someone on another car site. I'd quoted (from memory) the "listed" top speed of an ungoverned '92' - '93 as 143 mph, & later years 130 with governor. He strongly doubts these "claims", & doubts anything over 120, unless downhill, tailwind, etc. Can anyone direct me to an old, at least semi-credible magazine article that used a measuring device other than a speedometer, & wishful thinking?
Ron.
__________________
Good s**t happened. 69 was worth the wait. '92 stock semi-pristine ebony - 160K '96 Grand Caravan - 240K '01 Miata SE - 79K '07 Chrysler Pacifica - 60k - future money pit. |
#2
|
||||
|
||||
Re: True top speed?
I've done 140 no problem.
__________________
http://i840.photobucket.com/albums/z...93705d9zzz.png |
#3
|
||||
|
||||
Re: True top speed?
Road & Track in the "Guide to the SVX" stated top speed of over 140mph and then had this spec sheet, hope that this helps. I had mine up to 200 kmh (124.3 mph) and it still could have gone faster but I was concerned about getting my license revoked if I got caught, so I slowed down. This was with the original 3.54 final drive have not tried with the 4.44s yet.
__________________
current stable, subject to change without notice: 1995 Red SVX, 4.44 & Quick Change 2014 Nissan Titan S 4X4 1992 Teal SVX parts car Last edited by steamer99; 09-15-2013 at 03:29 PM. Reason: added info |
#4
|
||||
|
||||
Re: True top speed?
My brother in law said he did over 150 in the 97 I now own when it was new (2-3 years old).
__________________
'94 Laguna Blue LSi ~159k.......JDM ultra short-geared 3.900 STi Version 7 6-speed w/ Cobb shortshifter, ECUtune 244,8.1mm/256,9.1mm i/e cams, group N motor mounts, '97 grille, JDM clear corners, Momo JDM Legacy GT steering wheel, apkarian's LED tails, silver STi BBS wheels, PWR radiator, redstuff pads f/r, drilled/slotted rotors, bontragerworks rsb #18, Koni/GC 450f/375r coilovers, Megan Racing adjustable lateral links, KMac c/c plates, Stebro exhaust, ECUtune 1v5, Optima battery in the trunk where it belongs. Turbo project '97 Ebony LSi ~137k #036.......Power mode mod, JDM clear corners, BBS wheels. AUX/pocket mod Now a mod "over there" ............Photo album |
#5
|
||||
|
||||
Re: True top speed?
I ( wife actually) did 120 with out even straining, car was new ( 9,000 mies on it ) out in The mid west on vacation. We were do 85 when a LEO went by in the opposite direction. Saw him tap the brakes in the rear view and she floored it. 120 for about 3 miles and back to 85. He didn't follow.
__________________
When I was in school I sucked in sports. Then I found out I can buy trophies and now I am great at everything. |
#6
|
||||
|
||||
Re: True top speed?
Quote:
....not sure if I believe the mid west story. Gene
__________________
Gene and Ben 1992 SVX LS AWD 110K - Liquid Silver 1994 SVX LSi AWD 128K - White Pearl (daily driver) 1994 SVX LSi AWD 95K - Emerald Pearl (sold) 1992 SVX LS-L AWD 115K - Dark Teal 4.44 swap (sold) Last edited by bwb3; 09-15-2013 at 05:20 PM. |
#7
|
|||
|
|||
Re: True top speed?
I'm still looking for the "definitive" answer - a 5th wheel, a GPS, or whatever done by a respected publication. Road & Track says "estimated". Wiki posts 153 on non-governed versions, but that could be "estimated" via redline & gear ratio. My speedo's off by 3 mph at 80, so my "doubter" won't accept hearsay, or war stories.
__________________
Good s**t happened. 69 was worth the wait. '92 stock semi-pristine ebony - 160K '96 Grand Caravan - 240K '01 Miata SE - 79K '07 Chrysler Pacifica - 60k - future money pit. Last edited by Ron Mummert; 09-15-2013 at 06:53 PM. |
#8
|
||||
|
||||
Re: True top speed?
Took my 92 to 145 as it was turning 145k miles...might of had a few more mph on it but I backed off. Felt pretty secure at speed.
__________________
92' Claret LSL 282,000 miles 1owner(ME) 07' Pearly WRX 40k Cobb Stage II (sold) SVX+$$$+GreaseMonkey = |
#9
|
|||
|
|||
Re: True top speed?
Just show your buddy this?:
That is about 165 in MPH.. Or here is a US car going 140+ before letting off... Your buddy is nuts if he think it can't get over 120, my svx is just shifting into 4th gear at ~120... Last edited by Lookin4SVX; 09-15-2013 at 11:38 PM. |
#10
|
||||
|
||||
Re: True top speed?
I thought the Road And Track clocked their 92 at 152mph...93 up governed to 140 mph...that's from my fuzzy memories...
__________________
Huck Subaru Ambassador 92 SVX LS-Tour Magnaflow Exhaust, 5-Spd-AWD 88 XT6 AWD 5-Speed "Bride of FrankenWedge" 15 Impreza Premium Sedan 15 Crosstrek XV 5-Speed My 5-Speed "How-To" Write-up 1976 Pontiac Firebird Formula Current Count of Subaru's Owned.... "70" |
#11
|
||||
|
||||
Re: True top speed?
Tell him, "I don't give a **** what you think. Believe what you want for whatever reason you need to."
__________________
Tony 1996 Polo Green Subaru SVX LSi, 168,XXX miles, Redline D4 ATF, Redline 75W90 gear oil, K&N HP-4001 Oil Filter, Mobil 1 5W50 FS (3qt) and 5W30 High Mileage (4qt) Oil Blend, Motul RBF600 Brake Fluid, AC Delco A975C Air Filter, NGK BKR6EIX-11 plugs, Centric Rotors, Power Stop Evolution Carbon Fiber Ceramic Brake Pads 2005 Gray Acura RL, 165,XXX miles, Redline D4 ATF with Lubegard Platinum Protectant, Mobil 1 5W20 High Mileage Extended Performance Oil 2009 Red Toyota Venza, 123,XXX, Mobil 1 5W30 High Mileage Oil 1992 Red Ferrari 348 ts, 82,XXX, Redline everything |
#12
|
||||
|
||||
Re: True top speed?
I heard that there is no governor on them. Do not know if true or false. I know my 5 speed will hum at over 80 in 3rd. Knowing not many cars can't pull red line in 5th ( 4 th with auto ) I am sure. 120 + is doable. And even with a speedo error the speedo video above can't be off by. 20 MPH.
__________________
When I was in school I sucked in sports. Then I found out I can buy trophies and now I am great at everything. |
#13
|
|||
|
|||
Re: True top speed?
The article in Performance magazine a few years ago featuring the SVX pace car described the SVX as "140 capable" or some such, but I suppose a skeptic would consider that a biased source.
dcb |
#14
|
|||
|
|||
Re: True top speed?
Quote:
Yeah, Huck, I too remember throwing the number of 153 around as the Holy Grail on non-governed examples, but what publication put this to a real world documented test? Estimates, or anecdotal a la speedo videos (was car modified?) don't constitute THE TRVTH. Ron (Maybe John will chime in)
__________________
Good s**t happened. 69 was worth the wait. '92 stock semi-pristine ebony - 160K '96 Grand Caravan - 240K '01 Miata SE - 79K '07 Chrysler Pacifica - 60k - future money pit. |
#15
|
||||
|
||||
Re: True top speed?
__________________
Huck Subaru Ambassador 92 SVX LS-Tour Magnaflow Exhaust, 5-Spd-AWD 88 XT6 AWD 5-Speed "Bride of FrankenWedge" 15 Impreza Premium Sedan 15 Crosstrek XV 5-Speed My 5-Speed "How-To" Write-up 1976 Pontiac Firebird Formula Current Count of Subaru's Owned.... "70" |
Thread Tools | |
Display Modes | |
|
|