Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution II

The Evolution II was upgraded in December 1993, and was produced until February 1995. It consisted mainly of handling improvements, including minor wheelbase adjustments, lighter front swaybar that connected via swaybar links to the front struts, bodywork tweaks including a larger spoiler, and tires that were 10 mm (0.4 in) wider. This Evolution also has a 50 l (13.2 US gal; 11.0 imp gal) fuel tank. Power output was increased to 256 PS (188 kW; 252 hp) from the same engine and torque was unchanged for both GSR and RS models.

Overview
Production	January 1994 – February 1995
Body and chassis
Platform	CE9A
Powertrain
Transmission	5-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,510 mm (98.8 in)
Length	4,310 mm (169.7 in)
Width	1,695 mm (66.7 in)
Height	1,420 mm (55.9 in)
Curb weight	1,180–1,250 kg (2,601–2,756 lb)

Evo II was launched in Jan 1994. Its production was again limited to 5000 cars. While it didn't look markedly different from the original, it adopted a number of modifications: the engine was tuned to 260 hp without affecting torque delivery; the chassis was stiffened by 30 percent; the suspensions were retuned to improve handling; wider tires and larger 16-inch wheels were adopted to enhance grip; an extra lip spoiler was added below the front bumper to improve aerodynamics. Besides, the viscous-coupling rear LSD on the old car was replaced with a mechanical type. Thanks to the improved handling, the Evo II finally brought Mitsubishi the first WRC victory in the 1995 Swedish rally.