1992 Nissan Sentra
Should You Buy a 1992 Nissan Sentra?
The 1992 Nissan Sentra is a compact coupe that combines practicality with a sporty edge. With a 2.0L I4 engine producing 140 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque, it offers a spirited driving experience, especially with its 5-speed manual transmission. The vehicle achieves a combined MPG of 24.0, making it a reasonable choice for daily commuting. However, potential buyers should be aware of the vehicle's history, as it has received a total of 81 complaints to the NHTSA, with notable issues related to engine cooling and electrical systems. Despite these concerns, the Sentra boasts a high reliability score of 99.1/100, indicating that many owners have had positive experiences with their vehicles over time.
This vehicle is best suited for budget-conscious individuals seeking a reliable and sporty coupe for daily commuting or weekend drives.
Strengths
- +High reliability score of 99.1/100
- +Sporty driving experience with 140 hp
- +Good fuel economy at 24.0 MPG combined
- +Affordable maintenance costs
- +Compact size ideal for urban driving
Weaknesses
- -Reported issues with engine cooling and electrical systems
- -Limited safety features compared to modern vehicles
- -Potentially high insurance costs due to fire incidents
- -Unknown seating capacity may limit passenger comfort
- -Age of the vehicle may lead to parts availability issues
Known Issues (NHTSA Data)
The 1992 Nissan Sentra has reported 81 complaints to the NHTSA, with 10 crash incidents and 17 fire incidents, raising some safety concerns. The most common complaints involve engine cooling and electrical wiring issues. While these problems warrant attention, the absence of deaths and a high reliability score suggest that the vehicle can still be a dependable choice for the right buyer. No significant NHTSA complaints on record.
Performance
- Horsepower
- 140 hp
- Torque
- 132 lb-ft
- Engine
- 2 L
- Cylinders
- I4
- Transmission
- 3-speed automatic
- Drive Type
- front wheel drive
Efficiency
- MPG Combined
- –
- Fuel Type
- regular unleaded
Dimensions
- Length
- –
- Width
- –
- Height
- –
- Wheelbase
- –
- Curb Weight
- 2,414 lbs
- Ground Clearance
- –
Capacity
- Doors
- 2
- Seating
- –
- Cargo
- –
- Max Cargo
- –
- Max Towing
- –
- Max Payload
- –
Estimated Value
Value estimate unavailable. MSRP data not available for this vehicle.