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Specs of Datsun 280Z 2+2 2.8 (149 Hp) /1975, 1976, 1977, 1978/

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Key specs

Datsun 280Z 2+2 2.8 (149 Hp) /Coupe, Fastback 1975 - 1978/

What is the body type of Datsun 280Z 2+2?
Coupe, Fastback, 3 Doors, 4 Seats
What is the power output of Datsun 280Z Coupe, Fastback 1975 2.8 (149 Hp)?
149 Hp, 221 Nm
163 lb.-ft.
What is the engine displacement of Datsun 280Z Coupe, Fastback 1975 2.8 (149 Hp)?
2.8 l
2753 cm3
168 cu. in.
What is the number of cylinders in 1975 Datsun 2.8 (149 Hp)?
6, Inline
What is the drivetrain of Datsun 280Z 2+2 Coupe, Fastback 1975 2.8 (149 Hp)?
Rear wheel drive. Internal Combustion engine. The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
What is the length of 1975 Datsun 280Z Coupe, Fastback?
4715 mm
185.63 in.
What is the width of 1975 Datsun 280Z Coupe, Fastback?
1650 mm
64.96 in.
What is the kerb weight of 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 2.8 (149 Hp)?
1327-1335 kg
2926 - 2943 lbs.
What is the maximum permissible mass of 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 2.8 (149 Hp)?
1622-1630 kg
3576 - 3594 lbs.
What are the number of gears and the gearbox type of 1975 Datsun 280Z 2+2 2.8 (149 Hp)?
4, manual transmission

General information

Brand
Model
Generation
Modification (Engine)
2.8 (149 Hp)
Start of production
1975
End of production
1978
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Body type
Coupe, Fastback
Seats
4
Doors
3
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Performance specs

Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA)
13.8-14.7 l/100 km 17 - 16 US mpg
20.5 - 19.2 UK mpg
7.2 - 6.8 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA)
8.7-9.4 l/100 km 27 - 25 US mpg
32.5 - 30.1 UK mpg
11.5 - 10.6 km/l
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Weight-to-power ratio
8.9 kg/Hp, 112.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio
6 kg/Nm, 166.5 Nm/tonne

Engine specs

Power
149 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
Power per litre
54.1 Hp/l
Torque
221 Nm @ 4400 rpm. 163 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm.
Engine layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model/Code
L28
Engine displacement
2753 cm3 168 cu. in.
Number of cylinders
6
Engine configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
86.1 mm 3.39 in.
Piston Stroke
79 mm 3.11 in.
Compression ratio
8.3:1
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Fuel injection system
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine oil capacity
4.5 l 4.76 US qt | 3.96 UK qt
Engine oil specification
Coolant
9.5 l 10.04 US qt | 8.36 UK qt

Volume and weights

Kerb Weight
1327-1335 kg 2926 - 2943 lbs.
Max. weight
1622-1630 kg 3576 - 3594 lbs.
Max load
295 kg 650 lbs.
Fuel tank capacity
65 l 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal

Dimensions

Length
4715 mm 185.63 in.
Width
1650 mm 64.96 in.
Height
1305 mm 51.38 in.
Wheelbase
2605 mm 102.56 in.
Front track
1354 mm 53.31 in.
Rear (Back) track
1346 mm 52.99 in.
Ride height (ground clearance)
150 mm 5.91 in.
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)
11.2 m 36.75 ft.
Approach angle
20.44°
Departure angle
17.65°

Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs

Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Front suspension
Independent, McPherson type with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Independent coil spring, Wishbone, Anti-roll bar
Front brakes
Disc, 272 mm
Rear brakes
Drum, 228.6 mm
Steering type
Steering rack and pinion
Tire size
195/70 R14
Wheel rim size
5J x 14; 5.5J x 14