| Nissan Saurus | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Nissan Motor |
| Production | N/A |
| Model years | 1987 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | Roadster[1] |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0L withturbocharger[1] |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 3.3 metres (11 ft)[1] |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | Nissan Saurus Jr. |
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TheNissan Saurus was aconcept car designed byNissan Motor and unveiled at the 1987Tokyo Motor Show.[2][3][4] It was aroadster featuring a 2.0-literturbocharged engine,[1] with bulging fenders and a design reminiscent of theLotus Seven.
Nissan marketed the Saurus as part of a pair along with theJuraminivan concept, introduced as a practical complement to the roadster. This approach was very radical for the Japanese market where space for two automobiles was unrealistic for most, so it was safely assumed the Saurus concept was never meant to see production.[citation needed]
The Saurus concept made its way into production in a modified form by Nissan'sNismo, Nissan's motor sports division. The Saurus Cup race series debuted 1989 using theNissan Saurus Jr., a race car version of the Saurus. The series featured single seatersheet metal tub race cars with fiberglass molded bodies replicating the Saurus concept. The car was also used for Nissan Racing School. The successor to the Saurus race car, the Nissan Saurus Jr., is still used for advanced racing classes today.
The twin-charged engine of the Saurus made its way into production in 1989 through theMarch/Micra Super Turbo.
TheNissan Urge has been compared to the Saurus.[2]
Der Nissan Saurus ist ein offener Zweisitzer. Die flache, schlanke Karosserie mit breit ausgestellten Kotflügeln ist 3,30 Meter lang. Der Mittelmotor-Zweisitzer (Zwei-Liter-Motor mit Turbolader) hat eine sportllche Innenausstattung.[dead link]
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