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1978 Datsun 810 4-Door Sedan 4MT

The 1978 Datsun 810 4-Door Sedan 4MT is a 2.4-liter inline-6 sedan with a 4-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 18 mpg combined.

EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).

The 810 measures 183.5 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,659 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Engine
Engine TypeL24E I6
Displacement2.4 L
ValvetrainSOHC, 2 valves/cylinder
Bore and Stroke83.0 x 73.7 mm
Compression Ratio8.6:1
Injection TypeElectronic fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission4-Speed Manual
Final Drive3.55
Fuel Economy
City16 MPG
Highway23 MPG
Combined18 MPG
Recommended FuelLeaded gasoline
Tank Capacity15.6 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent strut, coil springs, stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent trailing arm, coil springs
Front Stabilizer BarYes
Turning Diameter40 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc10.7 in disc, power-assist
Rear Brake Disc9.0 in drum, power-assist
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front5.5J x 14
Wheels Rear5.5J x 14
Tires Front185 HR70 x 14 steel-belted radial
Tires Rear185 HR70 x 14 steel-belted radial
Dimensions & Weight
Length183.5 in
Width64.2 in
Height54.5 in
Wheelbase104.3 in
Cargo Volume8 ft³
Curb Weight2,659 lbs

Safety & Recalls

No NHTSA data available for the 1978 Datsun 810.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov). US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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