{"id":2823,"date":"1993-01-01T23:21:00","date_gmt":"1993-01-02T04:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportmachines.com\/wp-index.php\/?p=2823"},"modified":"2024-07-01T22:06:55","modified_gmt":"2024-07-02T03:06:55","slug":"buyers-guide-typhoon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sportmachines.com\/wp-index.php\/1993\/01\/01\/buyers-guide-typhoon\/","title":{"rendered":"Buyers Guide – Typhoon"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Popular Mechanics<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Typhoon\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Typhoon is a limited-production 2door compact sport\/utility with a difference. It’s a powerhouse performer designed to showcase a blend of performance and refinement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For openers, under the hood throbs a turbocharged version of GMC’s 4.3-liter V6 engine. In the Typhoon, the engine is worth a whopping 2BS horsepower and 360 ft.-lb. of torque. A 4-speed automatic transmission and full-time all-wheel drive are charged with getting the power out-and they do this job well enough to get to 60 mph in less than 6 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A heavy-duty radiator with engine- and transmission-oil coolers helps keep things cool under the hood. Other standard equipment includes 4-wheel antilock brakes and P245\/50VR16 high-performance all-season radial tires. An independent front suspension with torsion bars and a solid axle with leaf springs and electronic load leveling in the rear help smooth out the ride. The awd features a viscous coupling to help deliver maximum traction on any road surface, as well as enhanced cornering ability. Under normal, dry conditions, torque split is 35% front\/65% rear. Refinement is provided via new standard features such as a retuned rear suspension that delivers better road feel, reduced harshness and increased lateral acceleration. Special interior appointments and options include a leather-trim power driver’s seat with power lumbar support and a stereo system with a CD player.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GMC TYPHOON<\/td><\/tr>
Price Range<\/strong>                    $28,500-$30,000<\/td><\/tr>
Body Style\/Seating<\/strong>                      2-Door\/5<\/td><\/tr>
Engine<\/strong>                     OHV 4.3-liter Turbo V6<\/td><\/tr>
Suspension (f\/r)<\/strong>              A-Arm\/Solid Axle<\/td><\/tr>
Wheelbase<\/strong>                                      100.5 in.<\/td><\/tr>
Length\/Width\/Ht<\/strong>           170.3\/68.2\/60.0 in.<\/td><\/tr>
Track (f\/r)<\/strong>                                  57.7\/58.0 in.<\/td><\/tr>
Brakes (f\/r)<\/strong>                        Disc\/Drum, ABS<\/td><\/tr>
Tires<\/strong>                                       P245\/50VR16<\/td><\/tr>
Min. Curb Weight<\/strong>                           3800 lb.<\/td><\/tr>
Max. Cargo Capacity<\/strong>                67.2 Cu. ft.<\/td><\/tr>
Ground Clearance<\/strong>                             7.1 in.<\/td><\/tr>
Max Towing Rating<\/strong>    Not Recommended<\/td><\/tr>
Fuel Economy (City\/Hwy.)<\/strong>      15\/19 mpg<\/td><\/tr>
Restraint System<\/strong>             Active Seatbelts<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n