280ZX: 1979-1983Source: Nissan Motors | In 1979, the first complete design change occurred as the car grew into more of a GT car. Renamed the 280ZX, it offered special convenience features such as power steering and electric windows plus a completely redesigned rear suspension and improved aerodynamics.The new 280ZX received universal praise from the automotive press for taking the Z concept to a new level and was named Motor Trend's Import Car of the Year. In 1980, a T-roof option became available and in 1981, a turbocharged engine was offered for the first time. | Engine |
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| Valve Gear | Single Overhead Cam | | Horsepower | 140bhp @ 5,200 rpm (DIN net) in UK, 135bhp @ 5,200 rpm (SAE net) in US | | Torque | 145lb ft @ 4,000 rpm (DIN net) in UK, 144lb ft @ 4,000 rpm (SAE net) in US | | Fuel System | Electric Fuel Pump, Bosch L-Jetronic fuel injection | | DriveTrain |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual, 225mm or 240mm clutch, optional 3-speed automatic | | Chassis Curb weight | 2,650 lbs. (UK two-seater), 2,850 lbs. (UK 2+2), 2,800 lbs. (US two-seater), 2,990 lbs. (US 2+2) | | Dimensions |
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| Wheelbase | 91.3 in. (two-seater), 99.2 in. (2+2) | | Length | 170.9 in. (UK two-seater), 178.7 in. (UK 2+2), 174.0 in. (US two-seater), 181.9 in. (US 2+2) |
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| Valve Gear | Single Overhead Cam | | Horsepower | 180bhp @ 5,600 rpm (SAE net) | | Torque | 203lb ft @ 2,800 rpm (SAE net) | | Fuel System | Electric Fuel Pump, Bosch L-Jetronic fuel injection | | DriveTrain |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual, 225mm or 240mm clutch, optional 3-speed automatic | | Chassis Curb weight | 2,900 lbs. | | Dimensions |
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| Wheelbase | 91.3 in. (two-seater), 99.2 in. (2+2) | | Length | 170.9 in. (UK two-seater), 178.7 in. (UK 2+2), 174.0 in. (US two-seater), 181.9 in. (US 2+2) |
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