• The Nissan Sentra has been manufactured by Nissan since 1982. The 1992 Sentra models are part of the third generation of the line. It was classified as a sub-compact car and was sold in many different trim levels. The trim level that stood out above all the rest, primarily because of its more powerful engine, was the Nissan Sentra SE-R model.
  
  

Engine and Fuel Economy

• The 1992 Nissan Sentra was equipped with a DOHC 16-valve 2.0-liter 140 horsepower I4 engine that produced up to 133 pound-feet of torque at 4800 rpm. It had a compression ratio of 10.3:1 and was only available in a five-speed manual transmission, unlike the other Sentra trim levels that had the option to add a four-speed automatic. The SE-R was manufactured with a 52-amp alternator and 48-amp battery. The overall fuel capacity was 13.2 gallons. The vehicle received an estimated 30 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway, according to car research site, Cars Direct. However, according to MSN autos the SE-R received 24 mpg in the city and 32 on the highway.
  
  

Drivetrain

• The Sentra SE-R featured limited slip differential along with a sport suspension. Front and rear anti-roll bars were standard, as were rack-and-pinion steering, and front disc and rear drum brakes. Options included four-wheel antilock brakes and 14-inch alloy wheels.
  
  

Dimensions

• The two-door Nissan Sentra SE-R had 38.5 inches of front headroom and 36.5 inches in the rear. Legroom measured 41.8 inches in the front and 31.4 in the rear. Front driver and passenger had 50 inches of hip room, and the rear passengers received approximately 53 inches. The SE-R's exterior was 170.3 inches long and 65.7 inches wide. The vehicle stands 53 inches in height and weighs 2,426 lbs. It had a 95.7-inch wheelbase, which resulted in a 30.2 feet turning diameter, according to MSN Autos.