Nissan S13 Silvia K’s

The Silvia 13 appeared in 1988 to immediate acclaim. Styling was the main reason, as a handsome coupe body was something new at the time. The drive quality was the next factor, with its rear wheel drive providing a light and sporty drive. The engine was initially a 1.8-liter CA18 but this was replaced mid model by a 2.0-liter in line 4-cylinder DOHC SR20. The top of the range K’s was equipped with a turbocharge SR20 that produced 172 hp and 166.3 lb ft while the Q’s /J’s featured an NA SR20DE delivering 133 hp / 117.1 lb ft. Its relatively light weight of 2.470 lb (K’s) and the 172 hp engine combined to give a pleasurable sensation of acceleration, and sporty drive. Also its light steering and nimble handling meant that anyone could easily enjoy driving it, it is probably an ideal car for beginner.

Production	1988–1993
Body style(s)	2-door coupe
Layout	FR layout
Engine(s)	1.8 L DOHC-I4 (CA18DE) 1.8 L DOHC Turbo-I4 (CA18DET) 2.0 L DOHC-I4 (SR20DE), 140 PS 2.0 L DOHC Turbo-I4 (SR20DET), 205 PS
Transmission(s)	5 speed manual transmission 4 speed automatic
Wheelbase	97.4 in (2475 mm)
Length	176.0 in (4470 mm)
Width	66.5 in (1690 mm)
Height	50.8 in (1290 mm)
Curb weight	2450-2675 lb (1110-1210 kg)