SECOND GENERATION: THE DATSUN 280ZX

SECOND GENERATION: THE DATSUN 280ZX

Ten years after the initial Z-Car release, the Datsun 280ZX was introduced. Resembling its predecessors' exteriors, the 1979 Z-Car sported a new chassis and a markedly luxurious interior. The 280ZX offered a spoiler and unique design of the race inspired ZX-R. In 1980, it added an available T-top roof that was commonplace by the end of the year.

DATSUN 280X SPECIFICATIONS

• Transmission: manual 5-speed gearbox
  
• Suspension (front, rear): Strut, semi trailing-arm
  
• Horsepower: 135-hp
  
• Torque: 144 lb-ft
  
• Engine: Nissan L28 gasoline (petrol) 2,753cc
  
• Curb Weight: 2,936 lbs.
  
• Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
  
• Wheelbase: 99.2 in.
  
• Top Speed: 124 mph
  
• Hatchback coupe