Nissan 240SX - Basics
Drivetrain
The 240SX was offered with a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. The manual transmission has synchronizers on all gears except first and reverse.
| Automatic Transmission Gear Ratios |
| First: |
2.785 |
| Second: |
1.545 |
| Drive: |
1.000 |
| Overdrive: |
0.694 |
| Reverse: |
2.272 |
| Final: |
4.083 |
| Manual Transmission Gear Ratios |
| First: |
3.321 |
| Second: |
1.902 |
| Third: |
1.308 |
| Fourth: |
1.000 |
| Fifth: |
0.759 |
| Reverse: |
3.382 |
| Final: |
4.083 |
The 240SX uses a two-piece driveshaft connected to a 200 mm ring gear in the differential. The car came standard with an open differential. A Viscous LSD was offered as an option on various models (see Optional Performance Equipment).
The top speed of the 240SX is electronically limited to 180 km/h (approximately 112 mph). With the gear ratios given above and a redline of 6500 RPM, the 240SX can reach a top speed of 151 mph if the speed limiter is disabled. This is assuming the use of 15-in. wheels and stock-size tires (195/60R15). Use the Top Speed Calculator to see how this speed was obtained and to experiment with various gear ratios.
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