Jim,
The gear ratios are different especially first gear. The 5 speed has a
higher ratio, I think 2.97:1 for first, as opposed to 3.4:1 for the 4 speed.
That's why it seems slower.
Mike
----- Original Message -----
From: "Doris" <dhbain@qwest.net>
To: <datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2001 12:41 AM
Subject: Tranny & RearEnd
> Evening all!
>
> Why does a 1600 with a 5 speed seem slower (not as fast) than a 1600
> with a 4 speed? Does the stock rearend gears need to be changed to make
> up for the lack of umph?
>
> Curious.
>
> Jim
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