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Datsun 280 ZX

Bodywork

type 2+2 FHC
doors 3

Engine information

Bore × stroke 86.00 mm × 79.00 mm 3.39 in × 3.11 in
Cylinders S-6
Displace 2.8 litre 2753 cc (167.998 cu in)
Engine type SOHC
Valves 2 valves per cylinder | 12 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio 8.30:1
Fuel system Bo fuel inj.
Maximum power 141.9 PS (140.0 bhp) (104.4 kW) @ 5200 rpm
0-50 mph
0-60 mph 8.30 s
0-100 mph
0-100 km/h
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile)
Standing km
Top speed 188 km/h (117 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio 110.06 bhp/ton
Specific output
Maximum torque 202.0 Nm (149 ft·lb) (20.6 kgm) @ 4000 rpm
bmep 922.1 kPa (133.7 psi)
Specific torque 73.37 Nm/litre
Maximum rpm
Code
Main bearings
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 1.09
Unitary capacity 458.83 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 2520 mm
wheelbase 99.2 in
Length (milimeters) 4540 mm
Length (inches) 178.7 in
Width (milimeters) 1690 mm
Width (inches) 66.5 in
Height (milimeters) 1300 mm
Height (inches) 51.2 in
L:W ratio 1.8
Ground clearance (milimeters)
Ground clearance (inches)
Kerb weight (kilograms) 1272 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 2804 lb
Weight distribuiton 50.00 %
Fuel capacity (litres)
Fuel capacity (UK Ga)
Fuel capacity (US Gal)

Aerodynamics

Drag coefficient
Frontal area
Cx

Chassis

Engine location Front
Engine alignment Longitudinal
Drive RWD
Steering recirculating ball PAS
Turns lock-to-lock
Turning circle
Tyres
Wheels
Brakes F/R Di/Di
Brake ∅
Braked area
Transmission 5M
Top gear ratio 0.86
Final drive ratio 3.70

General information

RAC rating 27.5
Number made
Model code
Model family
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1979 Datsun 280 ZX PDF Manual
280 ZX picture
Designer unknown
Year 1979

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