Archer 4th Gen
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Sx badge, used in sporty models
Following the launch of the Koi, which was basically a 3rd gen Archer in disguise, a new model of the Archer was presented, this time with radical changes, thanks to the partnership with ADM.
Development
As stated before, as the Koi was an archer in disguise, the forth generation Archer was in reality an ADMoE Pilgrim, only with a new rear end and re-tuned for Japan roads. Thanks to the prolific relationship with ADM, Sanda could just cut costs on design and share expenses when engineering new platforms or engines.
The Pilgrim platform was design with ADM, and it was a monocoque chassis with RWD layout, mcphersons struts in the front and semi trailing arms in the rear. The engine available was the A series DOHC L4, also co-developed with ADM.
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Archer 4 door, very reminiscent of the Pilgrim Sedan
3 trims were available, the 2 door, 4 door and Sx (similar to the Koi). Both the 2 and 4 door came with a 1.6L engine, with ADM throttle body injection and 100hp and 92lb-ft. 4 speed was the only available transmission, with 14" steel wheels. The interior in both cars was simple but durable, with a 8 track radio.
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The rear was re-designed to fit with the rest of Sanda’s line-up
The Sx version, used a bored 1.8L engine with Sanda’s MFPI system pushing 127hp @ 6,200rpm and 119lb-ft @ 4,300rpm, the most powerful NA Sanda engine so far! This version also included better and improved brakes, a 5 speed manual gearbox, harder suspension and to reduce weight, it only had 2 seats on the back (it weighted less than a ton). It had a top speed of 180km/h and could reach 100km/h in just 8.94s.
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Sx had a small lip on the back. Also, aluminium wheels from the Ridge Turbo
Stats and price
All prices are in 1983 US dlls
Archer 2 Door - $7,284.10
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Archer 4 Door - $7,317.35
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Archer Sx - $8,135.71
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