Datsun 280ZX

Nissan S130
1982 Datsun 280ZX (Europe)
Overview
Manufacturer	Nissan
Also called	Datsun 280ZX Nissan Fairlady Z
Production	1976–1983
Assembly	Hiratsuka, Kanagawa, Japan (Nissan Shatai Plant)
Body and chassis
Class	Sports car/Grand tourer
Body style	3-door fastback
Layout	FR layout
Powertrain
Engine	2.0 L L20E I6 2.0 L L20ET turbo I6 2.8 L L28E I6 2.8 L L28ET turbo I6
Transmission	4-speed manual 5-speed manual 5-speed Borg-Warner T-5 manual 3-speed Jatco 3N71B automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,320 mm (91.3 in) 2-seater 2,520 mm (99.2 in) 2+2
Length	4,420 mm (174.0 in) 2-seater 4,620 mm (181.9 in) 2+2
Width	1,690 mm (66.5 in)
Height	1,295 mm (51.0 in) 2-seater 1,305 mm (51.4 in) 2+2
Curb weight	1,281 kg (2,824 lb) 2-seater 1,356 kg (2,989 lb) 2+2
Chronology
Predecessor	Nissan S30 (260Z/280Z)
Successor	Nissan 300ZX (Z31)

The Nissan S130 is a sports coupé produced by Nissan in Japan from 1978 to 1983. It was sold as the Datsun 280ZX, Nissan Fairlady Z and Nissan Fairlady 280Z, depending on the market. In Japan, it was exclusive to Nissan Bluebird Store locations. It was the second generation Z-car, replacing the Nissan S30 in late 1978. The 280ZX was the first time the "by Nissan" subscript was badged alongside the Datsun logo, along with Nissan trucks. The 280ZX was Motor Trend's import car of the year for 1979. The 280ZX was replaced by the Nissan 300ZX in 1984.

The 280ZX was a complete redesign, retaining only the L28 inline-six engine and other driveline components from the 280Z. Both two-seat and four-seat (2+2) designs were offered. Compared to the more overtly sporting earlier models, the 280ZX was a much softer, heavier car, with less focus on driving and more on driver comfort and refinement. Softer suspension, better sound insulation, more comfortable seats, and ample equipment including high-end audio systems defined the new ZX. In the spirit of the times, emissions controls and aerodynamics were markedly improved over the first generation Z-cars, while weight was down somewhat as long as the buyer did not pick much from the very long options list. The exterior design was evolutionary, less rounded and with better integrated safety bumpers. Many parts, including the rear-axle and the power steering came from the Datsun 810 luxury sedan. Most of the design effort went into the entirely different and much more modern interior. The car became a grand tourer rather than a sports car, particularly in the plush Grand Luxury versions.