First Generation .2F S13 .281989.E2.80.931994.29 Nissan 240SX

the first generation of 240sx can divided 2 distinct versions, both having sporting advantage of rear wheel drive standard. each of these variants came in 2 distinct body styles: hatchback, offered in both base , se trim, le trim, , coupe, offered in base, xe, le , se. both styles shared same front bodywork japanese-market nissan 180sx, featuring sloping front pop-up headlights. bodywork distinguishes coupe model japanese-market counterpart, silvia, featured fixed headlights. both styles in markets share same chassis, , few exceptions, components , features identical. 240sx popular car in sport of drifting due short wheelbase, low cost, ample power, , abundant aftermarket support. 240sx known vehicle purchased chassis ability wide range of drivetrain swaps including sr20det, 1jz, 2jz, gm ls , more.

nissan 240sx coupe in canada.

1989 , 1990 models powered naturally aspirated 140 hp (100 kw), 152 lb·ft (206 n·m) 2389 cc (145cid) sohc ka24e engine 3 valves per cylinder (instead of turbo-charged , intercooled 1.8-liter dohc ca18det offered in japan , europe in 180sx , silvia). four-wheel disc brakes standard, antilock brakes available option on se. both models offered either 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission. coupes offered heads-up display (hud) digital speedometer part of optional power convenience group.

the 240sx received updates in 1991. matte silver, teardrop wheels replaced polished aluminium 7-spoke wheels had better brake cooling properties more drag. nose smoothed out getting rid of non-functional slots , gave aerodynamic efficiencies lost wheels. gave car overhaul included minor update of exterior , new cylinder head. new le hatchback trim package added included leather interior. sohc ka24e replaced dohc ka24de, 4 valves per cylinder, rated @ 155 hp (116 kw) , 160 lb·ft (220 n·m). optional sports package including abs, limited slip differential, , nissan s hicas 4 wheel steering available on hatchback models.

nissan 240sx convertible in usa.

in 1992, convertible added lineup , exclusive north american market. these vehicles began life in japan coupes , later modified in california facilities of american specialty cars (asc). 1994 model year, available 240sx special edition convertible equipped automatic transmission. 240sx convertible differed japanese market version, in japanese market model had power top cover boot, whereas market model had manually installed boot cover once top down.

the facelift model nissan 240sx se fastback (s13) in usa.

the s13 known sharp steering , handling (thanks front macpherson struts , rear multilink suspension) , relatively light weight (2700 lb) regarded in automotive press being underpowered. engine, while durable , relatively torquey, heavy iron-block truck unit produced meager power relatively large size. modestly improved change dohc version in 1991. furthermore, despite modest power output , relatively low vehicle weight, gas mileage mediocre. these engines primary difference between north american 240sx , world-market silvia/180sx/200sx. ka24de did not come turbocharged while sr20det did. u.s. version regarded highly capable sports car needed better engine. other differences include standard limited slip differential on overseas , canadian models, available digital climate control in japan, , manual seat belts standard in japan , canada vs. automatic restraint seatbelts in america.