Eagle Vista engines

The Eagle Vista is a subcompact car produced by Mitsubishi Motors for the Eagle brand from 1988 to 1992. The model was offered in sedan, 3-door hatchback and station wagon body styles. Technically, the Vista was a rebadged second-generation Mitsubishi Mirage. Small and reliable car was comfortable for everyday driving. Its economical engines ranging from 69 hp (1.5 L 4G15) to 106 hp (1.6 L turbocharged 4G32) ensured sufficient dynamics. Eagle Vista hatchback, 1988–1992 The Eagle Vista Wagon is a redesigned version of the 2nd generation Mitsubishi Space Wagon. The station wagon was available with a 4-cylinder 2-litre 4G63 engine mated to a 5-speed manual transmission (only available in 4WD version) or a 3-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. Eagle Vista Wagon, 1988–1992 The Vista name was used to refer to a series of small cars sold in Canada.

The Eagle Vista was offered with 4 engines between 1988 and 1992 (4 petrol). Displacement ranges from 1.5 to 2.4 liters, power output from 65 to 165 hp. All of them use a timing belt. 1 is turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Mitsubishi 4G63 (about 400,000 km).

Eagle Vista engines by generation

EngineYearsVolumePowerFuelTimingOilLifespan
Eagle Vista 1988–1992
Mitsubishi 4G151988–19921.5 L R470–110 hppetrolbelt3.6 L~300,000 km
Mitsubishi 4G321988–19921.6 L R465–120 hppetrol, NA / turbobelt3.5 L~300,000 km
Other Eagle Vista engines generation not specified
Mitsubishi 4G631981–present2.0 L R487–144 hppetrolbelt4 L~400,000 km
Mitsubishi 4G641985–present2.4 L R4112–165 hppetrolbelt4 L~330,000 km

Eagle Vista engine FAQ

What engines were used in the Eagle Vista?

Eagle Vista (1988–1992): Mitsubishi 4G15 and Mitsubishi 4G32.

Which Eagle Vista engine is the most durable?

By rated service life the most durable Eagle Vista engines are: Mitsubishi 4G63 — about 400,000 km; Mitsubishi 4G64 — about 330,000 km; Mitsubishi 4G15 — about 300,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.

How much oil does the Eagle Vista engine take?

Engine oil capacity with filter: Mitsubishi 4G15 — 3.6 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Mitsubishi 4G32 — 3.5 L (5W-40); Mitsubishi 4G63 — 4 L (5W-30); Mitsubishi 4G64 — 4 L (5W-30).

Does the Eagle Vista have a timing belt or chain?

Timing belt: Mitsubishi 4G15, Mitsubishi 4G32, Mitsubishi 4G63 and Mitsubishi 4G64. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.

Was the Eagle Vista available with a diesel engine?

No, all Eagle Vista engines in our database run on petrol.

Engine details

Mitsubishi 4G32

Mitsubishi 4G32

1969–1992 · 1.6 L R4 · petrol · 65–120 hp · belt

Most versions of the engine are equipped with a carburetor, which has enough problems.

Mitsubishi 4G63

Mitsubishi 4G63

1981–present · 2.0 L R4 · petrol · 87–144 hp · belt

Most of the problems with this motor are due to the use of low-quality oil.

Mitsubishi 4G15

Mitsubishi 4G15

1985–2012 · 1.5 L R4 · petrol · 70–110 hp · belt

The trademark problem of the Orion engine family is throttle wear, which is expressed in increased or, most often, floating idle speeds.…

Mitsubishi 4G64

Mitsubishi 4G64

1985–present · 2.4 L R4 · petrol · 112–165 hp · belt

All the main problems of this power unit are associated with poor or old lubrication.

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