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USDM
The S13 chassis 240sx appeared in North America in 1989 and was produced until 1994.
There were two bodystyles availble, a hatchback and a coupe.
1989-90 S13 (Zenki S13, S13a)
From 1989 until 1990, the 240SX had one engine option, the KA24E - a 2.4L SOHC (Single Over Head Cam) 4 cylinder.
A HUD (Heads Up Display) and a Power Sunroof were avalible exclusively to the coupe.
Specifications 1989-90 S13
Type: 2.4L in-line 4, Iron Block and Aluminum Head
Power: 140hp @ 5600 RPM
Torque: 152 ft./lbs @ 4400 RPM
Compression: 8.6/1
Valve Gear: Chain Driven Single Over Head Cam, 3 valves per cylinder, hydraulic lifters.
Fuel:
Fuel Tank Capacity: 53 liters
Milage (Highway): 26mpg
Milage (in city): 20mpg
Performance:
Standing 1/4 mile: 16.8 sec @ 83mph
0 to 60 (mph): 8.6 sec.
0 to 100(mph): 26.1sec.
70 to 0 (mph): 195ft (braking distance)
Top Speed: 107 mph
Road Holding 300ft Diameter skidpad: 0.83g
Understeer: moderate
Dimensions:
Length: 452.12 cm
Width: 168.91 cm
Hieght: 129.03 cm
Curb Wieght: 2795 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R) 52.8/47.2%
External Body Options:
- Spoiler (foam piece at the end of the car)
- Front Lip (extra front valence trim piece)
Internal Body Options:
- AM/FM Cassette deck (Stereo)/w 4 speaker Clarion system.
- Cruise Control
- Air Conditioning
- Cloth or Leather Seat Appolstery
- Manual Sunroof (standard for HB)
- Electrical Sunroof (Standard for Coupe)
Engine, Transmission, Etc.:
- 4 speed automatic (dominantly coupes)
- 5 speed Manual (dominantly hatchbacks)
1991-94 S13 (Chuuki S13, S13b)
For 1991, a revised S13 was released in December of 1990. The front bumper was updated to a more agressive, smoother bumper more fitting with the lines of the car - leaving the boxy 80’s syling.
For 1991 the 240SX also received a new set of wheels, a 15" 7 spoke design rather than the “teardrop” wheels of the S13a.
Optional Factory Side Skirt, Front valence, and rear valence were also made avalible as part of a sports package.
Canadian models had Day Time Running lights (DTRL) located underneath the front turn signal indicators. The US version had a grill mesh instead.
The interior fabric was upgradedto a thicker material. Leather was standard with LE models, with suede upholstry on the doors and glovebox.
The newer model also came with redesigned seats - now sporting adjustable headrests.
The steering wheel was changed to true leather as oppose to the hard plastic from the S13a series models.
Availble on the hatchbacks for 1991 was Nissan’s HICAS (click for more info) four wheel steering system. HICAS model S13s had a HICAS warning light on the dash, and decals on the sides of the cars in front of the rear wheels.
2 Projection Map lights were added.
Although priased for it’s exceptional handling, bland reviews resulted from the underpowered KA24E powerplant. Nissan responded in 1991 by upgrading the engine from a Single Over Head Cam (SOHC) setup to a new Dual Over Head Cam (DOHC). The KA24DE was the second generation of the KA series of engine. It’s horse power was stepped up from 140 to 155hp and torque was improved from 152 to 160 ft/lbs.
A factory Viscous Limited Slip Differential (VSLD) system was made available as an option in the US and standard in Canada.
In 1993, a convertable version of the coupe was released.
In 1994 only convertable S13 coupes were produced.
Specifications 1991-1994 S13
Engine:
Type: 2.4L DOHC, 16v, inline-4, iron block, aluminum head.
Displacement: 2389cc
Horsepower: 155HP @ 5600rpm
Torque: 160ft/lb @ 4400 rpm
Performance:
0 to 60 MPH: 7.8
0 to 100 MPH: 25.0
1/4 mile: 16.3 sec @ 84 mph
Top speed: 108 mph
Braking, 70 - 0 mph: 171 ft
Roadholding, 300 ft-dia Skidpad: 0.86 g(s)
Fuel:
Fuel Tank Capacity: 55 liters
Milage (Highway): 29mpg
Milage (City): 22mpg
Dimensions:
Length: 452.12 cm
Width: 168.91 cm
Hieght: 129.03 cm
Curb Wieght: est 2795 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R) 52.8/47.2%
JDM
The Nissan S13 was probduced from 1988 to 1998 in Japan. The S13 Silvia (similar to USDM 240SX coupe) was produced from 1989 until 1994. The S13 180SX (similar to USDM 240SX Hatchback) was produced from 1989 until 1998.
Engine options
1988-1990 - CA18DE/CA18DET
1991-1994 - Red top SR20DE/SR20DET
1994-1998 (180SX only) - Black top SR20DET
S13 Silvias came in three trim levels, J’s (Jack’s), Q’s (Queen’s) and K’s (King’s). Only the Silvia K’s came with the CA18DET/SR20DET. J’s and Q’s recieved the CA18DE/SR20DE.
A brief history of the 180SX:
1989
CA18DET standard, only one model was offered.
1990
The standard 1989 model becomes known as the Type I, and the Type II is introduced with leather and air conditioning, etc. Both models had CA18DET.
1991
SR20DET is standard on all models. Updated facia as we all know. Sometimes referred to as the Type III.
1992
New Type V introduced, came with automatic climate control, and CD player.
1994
Blacktop SR20DET, two new types, Type R and Type X are introduced. Type X replaces the Type V, and is better equipped with leather, auto climate control, etc - Type R replaces the Type III. Air conditioners switch from R12 to R134a.
1995
Driver side airbag standard on all models. New wheels for the Type X.
1996
New Type S is introduced, with SR20DE. This is the only NA 180SX.
Type X recieves spoiler, all models get new font bumper and taillights. ABS standard on all models.
1997
Base model Type G is introduced.