Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2002 09:39:42 -0400 From: KeithG <noonenopsamspring.com> Subject: Re: 85 vs 86 900T (USA)?
There were some minor engine changes. Functionally, it is very similar. It has an intercooler (all 16VT in the US do). All turbo 85> are 16V The 86 has vented rotors vs the '85s solid. This can be retrofitted if you are so interested. Probably increases the fade on the '85 vs. the '86. I think the shifter mechanism changed sometime in MY'86. The 'centering mechanism' was relocated from the shifter to the transmission internal. No biggie, though. The '85 does not have the turn signals behind the front wheels whereas the '86 does. Best to ensure that it does not have a rust problem (I do not know where you are located). Look at standard stuff, wheel bearings, CV joints, oil leaks, front main seal, harmonic balancer, AC compressor/hose leak. The boost gage should indicate at the border of orange/red at WOT if the ignition/FI system/Turbo is all up to snuff. Good luck! KeithG Lance Morgan wrote: > I'm looking to get back into a 5 spd 900 turbo 3dr hatch - briefly had > a 86 900T ~10 years ago (sold due to frequent relocations to remote > areas). > > Have recently located a nice 85 900T. > > What differences were there between the model years (USA)? > > I've seen a couple of refs that the 86 has drilled front brake rotors, > while the 85's are solid. > > Is there a difference in the trannies (I recall my 86 shifting into > 1st easier vs a friend's 85 - and thought I read something about an > minor improvement/change)? > > Engine valves? > > Intercoolers? > > > Thank you, > Lance
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