1975 Datsun 280Z 2-Seat MT
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Photo: 1976 Datsun 280Z, front 6.16.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Datsun 280Z arriving Schaffen-Diest in 2015 by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 1977 Datsun 280Z, blue, front right side, Carmody Middle School Car Show 2026-09-17 by Xnatedawgx, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 1978 Datsun 280Z 2-seater in Light Blue Metallic, rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Datsun 280Z interior (6963228028) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the 280Z (S30, 1975–1978); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
- Photo: 1976 Datsun 280Z, front 6.16.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Datsun 280Z arriving Schaffen-Diest in 2015 by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1977 Datsun 280Z, blue, front right side, Carmody Middle School Car Show 2026-09-17 by Xnatedawgx, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1978 Datsun 280Z 2-seater in Light Blue Metallic, rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Datsun 280Z interior (6963228028) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1975 Datsun 280Z 2-Seat MT is a 149-hp inline-6 with a 4-speed manual and rear-wheel drive.
It makes 149 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 163 lb-ft of torque.
The 280Z measures 174.0 inches long on a 90.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,875 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | L28E 2.8L SOHC I6 |
| Horsepower | 149 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 163 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm (SAE net) rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 2 valves/cyl (12 total) |
| Bore and Stroke | 86.1 x 79.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 |
| Injection Type | Bosch L-Jetronic electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Manual |
| Final Drive | 3.55 |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent, MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Independent, trailing arm |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | 195 x 14 |
| Tires Rear | 195 x 14 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 174 in |
| Width | 65.9 in |
| Height | 51 in |
| Wheelbase | 90.7 in |
| Front Track | 54.5 in |
| Rear Track | 54.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,875 lbs |
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Safety & Recalls
No NHTSA data available for the 1975 Datsun 280Z.
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