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Datsun 280Z 280Z

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Datsun 280Z 280Z

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2 versions · 2 Gasoline

Engine Fuel Power Production
2.8 (149 KM) Selected Gasoline 149 KM 1975–1978
2.8 (149 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 149 KM 1975–1978

Selected engine version

2.8 (149 KM)

Gasoline · 1975–1978

Engine power
149KM
Torque
221Nm
Engine displacement
2,753cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
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Basic version information

Brand
Datsun
Model
280Z
Version
280Z
Engine
2.8 (149 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
3
Start of production
1975
End of production
1978
Body type
Coupé, Fastback
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Fuel consumption measurement standard
EPA
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
13.8-14.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption measurement standard
EPA
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
8.7-9.4 l/100 km

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Engine

Engine model / code
L28
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2753 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
86.1 mm
Piston stroke
79 mm
Compression ratio
8.3
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
9.5 l
Power
149 KM @ 5600 obr./min
Torque
221 Nm @ 4400 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
65 l
Curb weight
1250-1258 kg
Gross weight
1445-1453 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4405 mm
Width
1630 mm
Height
1295 mm
Wheelbase
2305 mm
Front track
1354 mm
Rear track
1346 mm
Ground clearance
150 mm
Approach angle
20.29 °
Departure angle
18.13 °
Turning circle
10.6 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Independent, McPherson type with coil spring and stabilizer bar
Rear suspension
Independent coil spring suspension, Lateral control arm, Anti-roll bar
Front brakes
Disc
Front brake disc/drum diameter
272 mm
Rear brakes
Drum
Rear brake disc/drum diameter
228 mm
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
195/70 R14
Rim size
5J x 14; 5.5J x 14
ABS
no

Selected engine version

2.8 (149 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1975–1978

Engine power
149KM
Torque
221Nm
Engine displacement
2,753cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
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Basic version information

Brand
Datsun
Model
280Z
Version
280Z
Engine
2.8 (149 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
3
Start of production
1975
End of production
1978
Body type
Coupé, Fastback
Number of seats
2
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Fuel consumption measurement standard
EPA
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
13.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption measurement standard
EPA
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
10.7 l/100 km

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A VIN report can help confirm the exact engine, equipment, mileage records and reported damage before you buy.

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Engine

Engine model / code
L28
Engine position
Front, Longitudinal
Engine displacement
2753 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
6
Cylinder bore
86.1 mm
Piston stroke
79 mm
Compression ratio
8.3
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l
Coolant capacity
9.5 l
Power
149 KM @ 5600 obr./min
Torque
221 Nm @ 4400 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
65 l
Curb weight
1254-1262 kg
Gross weight
1445-1453 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
4405 mm
Width
1630 mm
Height
1295 mm
Wheelbase
2305 mm
Front track
1354 mm
Rear track
1346 mm
Ground clearance
150 mm
Approach angle
20.29 °
Departure angle
18.13 °
Turning circle
10.6 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Rear-wheel drive
Number of gears
3
Front suspension
Independent, McPherson type with coil spring and stabilizer bar
Rear suspension
Independent coil spring suspension, Lateral control arm, Anti-roll bar
Front brakes
Disc
Front brake disc/drum diameter
272 mm
Rear brakes
Drum
Rear brake disc/drum diameter
228 mm
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
195/70 R14
Rim size
5J x 14; 5.5J x 14
ABS
no