Why are there no 2 stroke cars?
(2011-03-23 14:20:14) 1. Says: There were several types. The best known were these...http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trabant
...but they were both smoky and underpowered. It is possible to build a clean, efficient 2-stroke engine (most American locomotives have them) but the additional complexity of building a loop-scavenged or uniflow engine negates the main advantages of 2-strokes for automotive use, simple and cheap construction.2. Says: It really comes down to fuel consumption and reliability as its been proven that a modern 2 stroke can burn as clean as a 4 stroke, and with manufactures under the gun to meet specific MPG standards, it just doesn't work, plus the fact that most modern 4 stroke engines will go 300k miles these days a 2 stroke will be lucky to see 100k, the candle that burns twice as bright burns out twice as fast so to say.3. Says: Saab made some sweet two strokes back in the day. I love the sounds these things make.4. Says: Because of emissions regulations.5. Says: Car requires more horse power6. Says: they burn way too much oil Tag: Why are there no 2 stroke cars?