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Car Of The Day: May 29, 2008; Racing Champions '95 Toyota Supra
Topic Started: May 29 2008, 01:25 AM (758 Views)
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Today's car of the day is Racing Champions' '95 Toyota Supra (MK IV).

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With the fourth generation of the Supra, Toyota took a big leap in the direction of a more powerful sports car. Production started in December 1992 with only 20 models, but started mass production in April 1993. The new Supra was completely redesigned, with rounded body styling and featured two new engines: a naturally aspirated 2JZ-GE producing Template:Convert/198kW @5800 rpm and 210 lb·ft (285 N·m) @4800 rpm of torque and a twin turbocharged 2JZ-GTE making 280 ps (296 kW) and 318 ft·lbf (430 N·m) of torque for the Japanese version. For the export model (America/Europe) Toyota upgraded the Supra turbo's engine (larger turbochargers, bigger fuel injectors, etc.). This increased the power output to 320 hp (Template:Convert/325kW) @5600 rpm and 315 lb·ft (427 N·m) @4000 rpm. The turbocharged variant could achieve 0–60 mph in as low as 4.0 seconds and 1/4 mile (402 m) in 12.0 seconds at 109 mph (175 km/h). The turbo version was tested to reach over 291 km/h (180 mph) all-stock, but the cars are restricted to just 180 km/h in Japan and 250 elsewhere. European versions also had an air intake on the bonnet (hood). Drag coefficient is .33.

The MKIV Supra's twin turbos operated in sequential mode instead of the more common parallel mode. The sequential setup featured a pair of small, equally sized turbos, with ceramic blades for the domestic Japanese market and steel blades for export (USA, Europe) markets. At first, all of the exhaust is routed to the first turbine for reduced lag. This resulted in boost and enhanced torque as early as 1800 rpm. Approaching 2800 rpm, some of the exhaust is routed to the second turbine for a "pre-boost" mode, although none of the compressor output is used by the engine at this point. Approaching 4000 rpm, the second turbo's output is used to augment the first turbo's output. As opposed to the parallel mode, the sequential turbos provides quicker low RPM response and increased high RPM boost.

For this generation, the Supra received a new 6-speed Getrag/Toyota gearbox on the Turbo models while the naturally aspirated models made do with a 5-speed manual. Both models were offered with a 4-speed automatic with a manumatic mode. However, the turbo model utilized larger 4-piston brake calipers on the front and 2-piston calipers for the rear. The base model used smaller 2-piston calipers for the front and a single piston caliper for the rear. The turbo models were fitted with 235/45/17 tires on the front and 255/40/17 tires for the rear. The base model used 225/50/16 for the front and 245/50/16 for the rears. All vehicles were equipped with 5-spoke aluminum alloy wheels and a "donut" spare tire on a steel wheel. Additionally, there are other differences in the rear axle differential, headlight assemblies, throttle body, oil cooler and a myriad of additional sensors that exist on the turbo model which do not exist on the normally aspirated model.

Toyota took measures to reduce the weight of the current model compared to the previous model. Aluminum was used for the hood, targa top (if so equipped), front crossmember, oil and transmission pans, and the suspension upper A-arms. Other measures included dished out head bolts, hollow carpet fibers, magnesium steering wheel, plastic gas tank and lid, gas injected rear spoiler, and a single pipe exhaust. Despite having more features such as dual airbags, traction control, larger brakes, larger wheels, larger tires, and an additional turbo, the car was at least 200 lb lighter than its predecessor. The base model with a manual transmission had a curb weight of 3210 lb. The Sport Roof added 40 lb while the automatic transmission added 55 lb. It had 51% of its weight up front and 49% to the rear wheels. The turbo model came in as 3505 lb with the manual and the automatic added another 10 lb. The front wheels held 53% of the weight and the rear wheels had 47% of the weight.

For the 1996 model year, the turbo model was only available with the automatic transmission due to OBD2 certification requirements. The targa roof was made standard on all turbo models. For 1997, the manual transmission is back for the optional engine along with a redesign of the tail lights, headlights, front fascia, chromed wheels, and other minor changes such as the radio and steering wheel designs. The SZ-R model was also updated with the introduction of a six-speed Getrag transmission, the same used for the twin-turbo RZ models. All 1997 models included badges that said, "Limited Edition 15th Anniversary." For 1998, the radio and steering wheel were redesigned once again. The naturally aspirated engine was enhanced with VVTI which raised the output by 5 hp (4 kW) and 10 lb·ft (14 N·m) of torque. The turbo model was not available in California, New Jersey, New York and Massachusetts due to increased emission regulations.

The stock MKIV Supra chassis has also proven an effective platform for roadracing, with several top 20 and top 10 One Lap Of America finishes in the SSGT1 class. The Supra is one of the heavier 2-door Japanese sports cars. However still lighter than the Nissan R33 and R34 Skyline GTRs to which the Supra is traditionally a rival in its home country. The Supra was also lighter than the Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4 and the Nissan 300ZX Turbo. Despite its curb weight, in 1994 the MKIV managed a remarkable skidpad rating of 1.98 lateral g's due in part to a four-sensor four-channel track tuned ABS system with yaw control whereby each caliper is sensored and the brakes are controlled individually according to the speed, angle, and pitch of the approaching corner. This unique Formula One inspired braking system allowed the Supra Turbo to record a 70-0 braking distance of 149 feet (45 m), the best braking performance of any production car tested in 1997 by Car and Driver magazine. This record was finally broken in 2004 by 3 feet by a Porsche Carrera GT.

Due to the strength of the stock non turbo engine, the [Toyota JZ engine#2JZ|2JZ series 1994-1996] has remained a popular import platform for modification. This non turbo engine pulls from 0-100kph in as low as 6.2 seconds and has 198kw from factory. Minor modifications make huge difference to the 2JZ engine due to the quality of the sports engine. Stock engine hardware has been known to reliably withstand power levels in excess of 4 times the original power ratings.[citation needed] In drag racing, the Supra and similarly powered 2JZ cars have been quite competitive. Drag models of the Lexus GS,and Toyota Soarers have used the same engine.

Sales to Canada were stopped in 1995, and ceased being imported into the US in 1998. Production continued in Japan until August 2002 due to restrictive emission standards to be adhered to by 2003.


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For more information and pictures of the real car please visit: Toyota Supra

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This is a recolor of the most famous MK IV Supra, the lead car from "The Fast And The Furious". Racing Champions had the license and cast all of the main cars from both the original movie and its sequel, "2 Fast 2 Furious". Purple really doesn't suit this car, and yet I like the look without the rear spoiler. This was the only example of this casting I've ever seen to not have a tanning bed rear spoiler, although I'm sure there are others.

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The '15th Anniversary' models of 1997 are rather misleading, considering the Supra had been around since 1979.

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craftymore
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Support your local demo derby.

The casting seems to have the same chunky look to it as other RC castings from the same series/time period that I have. The rims and tires do look nice on a postive note.

Thanks for the pics Swifty. :wave:

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davidj94
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It is okay. I like Supras, but this is just not my cup of tea. Not going for the color either.
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James
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I think Supraman will be all over this like a dog is over his breakfast :rolleyes: :D

p.s. Love that Colour, and you know the tampo job look about right for this too. I don't normally go for Japanese cars, but I might vote for this one, gotta see what else is in the week though.

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Swifty
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James
May 30 2008, 03:55 PM
I think Supraman will be all over this like a dog is over his breakfast :rolleyes: :D

p.s. Love that Colour, and you know the tampo job look about right for this too. I don't normally go for Japanese cars, but I might vote for this one, gotta see what else is in the week though.

:wacko:

Vote's up currently. ;) I voted for this one! :thumbup: I think you already voted for the Dauphine?
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James
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Oh right, I plead temporary insanity, I was not my usual self. Got caught up in the inovative design and body styling of the Dauphine and lost count of what car is in what week. This is Friday isn't it? And my name is James is it not? What color are my pajama's? oops too much information..........classified.............need to know only................ top secret personal stuff ya know ........... :D :rolleyes: :wacko:

last smilie icon is me.........."Wacko"
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ivantt
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New casting? Quick! Take it apart!
I remember going through all the issues by RC from the "Fast and the Furious" and I NEVER saw this one....maybe it was so popular it sold out immediately!!! :lol:
Looking back now, it's not a bad looking collector's piece, but most of the cars in that series seemed to be "off" in looks/proportions, so I just passed on them at the time.

But even now it won't get a sympathy vote from me.

Even though the Dauphine was probably the worst car I ever owned, I now remember the misery as being so bad that it is incredibly funny. So that means I have an open mind on which car I'd vote for----I think the Dauphine casting looks very nice, even though the actual car was a real "Suppdog."

Vote for the casting, not the opinion of the real car. :)
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Swifty
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ivantt
May 30 2008, 10:57 PM
Vote for the casting, not the opinion of the real car. :)

Believe it or not, the Dauphine is actually currently winning the car of the week vote. Okay, only by one vote over the Matchbox Caddy and this Supra, but its still in the lead. Your vote will only extend that. ;)
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ivantt
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New casting? Quick! Take it apart!
Sean, are you soliciting me to vote for that french piece of crap that almost got me kicked out of college and lose my girlfriend all over the reliability of a car that should have never been imported into the USA?? :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
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Swifty
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ivantt
May 30 2008, 11:37 PM
Sean, are you soliciting me to vote for that french piece of crap that almost got me kicked out of college and lose my girlfriend all over the reliability of a car that should have never been imported into the USA?? :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

Well....

Only if you want to. :P Personally I think this Supra casting is very nice. As is the Caddy...
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Swifty
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After all these years, it looks like the Supra may actually return to production...

...I'm still not holding my breath until I see one in showrooms. And I'm less enthusiastic knowing it's really just a BMW...
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jedimario
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“just” a BMW...

Nice color on this one.
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pjedsel
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Fast and Furious series would explain why I don't recall this one. I did buy a few models from the series - the two Miami police cars and the various Mazda's and I think even a VW...but honestly not recall the Toyota. :toy:
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some one's easter basket is missing an egg.
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