Datsun 280Z 2.8 (149 Hp) | Technical specs, data, fuel consumption, Dimensions

Key specs

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

What is the body type of Datsun 280Z?

Coupe, Fastback, 3 Doors, 2 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 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?

4405 mm
173.43 in.

What is the width of 1975 Datsun 280Z Coupe, Fastback?

1630 mm
64.17 in.

What is the kerb weight of 1975 Datsun 280Z 2.8 (149 Hp)?

1250-1258 kg
2756 - 2773 lbs.

What is the maximum permissible mass of 1975 Datsun 280Z 2.8 (149 Hp)?

1445-1453 kg
3186 - 3203 lbs.

What are the number of gears and the gearbox type of 1975 Datsun 280Z 2.8 (149 Hp)?

4, manual transmission

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General information

Brand

Datsun

Model

280Z

Generation

280Z

Modification (Engine)

2.8 (149 Hp)

Start of production

1975

End of production

1978

Powertrain Architecture

Internal Combustion engine

Body type

Coupe, Fastback

Seats

Doors

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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

8.4 kg/Hp, 119.2 Hp/tonne

Weight-to-torque ratio

5.7 kg/Nm, 176.8 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

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

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

1250-1258 kg 2756 - 2773 lbs.

Max. weight

1445-1453 kg 3186 - 3203 lbs.

Max load

195 kg 430 lbs.

Fuel tank capacity

65 l 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal

Dimensions

Length

4405 mm 173.43 in.

Width

1630 mm 64.17 in.

Height

1295 mm 50.98 in.

Wheelbase

2305 mm 90.75 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)

10.6 m 34.78 ft.

Approach angle

20.29°

Departure angle

18.13°

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

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