1973 Datsun 240Z

1970 Nissan Fairlady Z

The S30 Nissan/Datsun 240Z (known in Japan as the Fairlady Z and later in other markets as the 260Z and 280Z) are sports cars produced by Nissan in the 1970s. The 240Z was introduced in 1969 with a 2.4 liter straight-6 engine, rear wheel drive, and a stylish coupe body. The engine, based on the Nissan 510's 4-cylinder produced 150 hp (112 kW) and came with a 5-speed manual transmission (USA model received a 4 speed manual). A 4 wheel independent suspension consisted of MacPherson struts in front (borrowed from the Nissan 1800) and Chapman struts in back. Front disc brakes & rear drums were standard. Datsun/Nissan 240Z This work is copyrighted. ... Datsun/Nissan 240Z This work is copyrighted. ... Image File history File links JapaneseFairladyZ1970. ... Image File history File links JapaneseFairladyZ1970. ... Honda NSX sports car A sports car is a type of automobile designed for sporting performance. ... Nissan Motor Co. ... The 1970s decade refers to the years from 1970 to 1979, inclusive. ... 1969 (MCMLXIX) was a common year starting on Wednesday For other uses, see Number 1969. ... The straight-6 (also inline 6, I-6, or I6) is an internal combustion engine with six cylinders aligned in a single row. ... Rear wheel drive was a common form of engine/transmission layout used in automobiles throughout the 20th century. ... 1995 Buick Riviera coupe A coupé (from the French for cut) or coupe is a two or four-seater car with a fixed roof and two doors. ... Race-modified 1973 Datsun 510 The Datsun 510 (from 1968 to 1973) has often been called the poor-mans BMW, and many people believe that the 510s design was inspired by old 70s BMWs (particularly the BMW 2002) with their round lights and box-shaped bodies. ... This is an article about manual transmission in general; for guidance on how to drive with a manual transmission, see Manual transmission driving technique. ... An Independent Suspension is an automobile suspension system that allows the wheels on an axle to move independent of each other. ... A simple MacPherson strut suspension on the left front wheel of a rear-wheel drive vehicle. ... A Chapman strut is an automobile suspension device. ... Close-up of a disc brake on a car On automobiles, disc brakes are often located within the wheel The disc brake is a device for slowing or stopping the rotation of a wheel. ... A drum brake is a brake in which the friction is caused by a set of shoes or pads that press against the inner surface of a rotating drum. ...

First built in 1969, the 240Z was introduced to the American market by Yutaka Katayama, president of Nissan's American operations, widely known as 'Mr. K'. The early 1970 model 240Z had a chrome "240" badge on the B-pillar quarter panel. Two vents were included in the rear hatch below the glass molding. In late 1970 the B-pillar side badges were restyled with the letter Z in white, and the vents were eliminated from the hatch. 1969 (MCMLXIX) was a common year starting on Wednesday For other uses, see Number 1969. ... 1973 Datsun 240Z The S30 Nissan/Datsun 240Z (known in Japan as the Fairlady Z and later in other markets as the 260Z and 280Z) are sports cars from Nissan of the 1970s. ...

The 240Z and 260Z used twin one-barrel carburetors. Fuel injection (L-Jetronic electronic fuel injection, designed by Bosch) was added for the 280Z in 1975. This was primarily in order to cope with the difficulty faced in getting enough power using carburetors while still meeting US emissions regulations. The carburetor (American spelling, a. ... Fuel Injection is a method or system for metering fuel into an internal combustion engine. ... The Robert Bosch GmbH is a German company which was started in 1886 by Robert Bosch. ...

Due to it's relatively low price compared to other foreign sports cars of the time (Jaguar and Porsche), it became hugely popular in the US and was the first major success for the Nissan Motor Corporation, which at the time sold cars in North America under the name Datsun. The 240Z also broadened the image of Japanese car-makers beyond their econobox success. The Z was very successful in racing in the 1970's and is credited as a catalyst for the current import performance parts industry. United States may refer to: Places: United States of America SS United States, the fastest ocean liner ever built. ... World map showing North America A satellite composite image of North America. ... The Datsuns Nissans old brand. ... Any of a series of small, boxy, fuel efficient automobiles with few luxuries, usually with a two door hatchback format and front wheel drive. ...

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The Japanese manga and arcade game Wangan Midnight features a heavily modified 240Z nicknamed The Devil Z. A page from the Marmalade Boy manga, volume 1 (Japanese version) Manga (漫画) is the Japanese word for comics and/or cartoons (not necessarily animated, this includes print cartoons); outside of Japan, it usually refers specifically to Japanese comics. ... Centipede by Atari is a typical example of a 1980s era arcade game. ... Wangan Midnight (Japanese: 湾岸ミッドナイト) is a manga series created by Michiharu Kusunoki, of Shakotan Boogie and Sayonara December fame. ...

Specifications

• Engine: 2.4 L (2393 cc/146 in³) I6, cast-iron block, alloy head, seven-bearing crankshaft, single overhead cam, 9.0:1 compression
  • Bore: 83.0 mm (3.3 in)
  • Stroke: 73.7 mm (2.9 in)
• Fuel system: Mechanical fuel pump, twin Hitachi HJG 46W 1.75 in (44.4 mm) SU-type carburetors
• Power: 151 hp (113 kW) at 5600 RPM (SAE gross)
• Torque: 146 ft·lbf (198 N·m) at 4400 RPM (SAE gross)
• Transmisson: Four-speed manual or three-speed automatic (after September 1970)
• Brakes:
  • Front: 10.7 in (271.8 mm) discs
  • Rear: 9.0 in (228.6 mm) by 1.6 in (40.6 mm) drums
• Suspension:
  • Front: Independent with MacPherson struts, lower links, coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar
  • Rear: Independent with MacPherson struts, lower wishbones, coil springs, telescopic dampers
• Steering: Rack and pinion, 2.7 turns lock to lock
• Wheels: 4.5J-14 steel wheels with 175 SR 14 tires
• Wheelbase: 90.7 in (2304 mm)
• Length: 162.8 in (4135 mm)
• Width: 64.1 in (1628 mm)
• Dry weight: 2355 lb (1068 kg)
• Top speed: 125 mph (200 km/h)
• 0-60 mph (97 km/h): 8.0 s
• Typical fuel consumption: 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)

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260Z

The engine was enlarged with a longer stroke to 2.6 L for the 260Z in 1974. A 2+2 seating option added with an extra 11.9 in of wheelbase. This engine was sold in the United States for the 1974 model year only, but was available in other countries until 1979. In the US, federal emissions' regulations forced a reduction in ignition timing and compression ratio, resulting in a lower power output (140 hp) despite the additional displacement, whereas in other countries the power output actually increased to 161 hp. A 3-speed automatic transmission was an option to the standard 4-speed manual. 1974 (MCMLXXIV) is a common year starting on Tuesday (click on link for calendar). ... This page refers to the year 1979. ... An automatic transmission is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the car or truck moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually. ...

Most USA residents regard the 260Z as the least desirable of the line, because of the reduced performance. This has resulted in lower prices on average for the 260Z.

The 260Z also claimed a few improvements over the 240Z. The climate controls were more sensibly laid out, and easier to work, and there was additional stiffness in the chassis due to a redesign of the chassis rails which were larger and extended further back than in the 240Z. The American model also featured heavier, safer, impact-absorbing bumpers.

Cosmetic changes included a redesigned Dashboard/Centre console, seat trim, door panels, and redesigned rear tail lights.

280Z

Datsun 280Z

Engine size was up again, to 2.8 L, by increasing the bore of the L26 engine for the 280Z in late 1975, and fuel injection was added. Heavier impact absorbing bumpers were added in 1975(USA markets only). A 5-speed manual transmission was added for the USA in 1977, Image File history File links Download high resolution version (1152x864, 419 KB) Summary http://www. ... Image File history File links Download high resolution version (1152x864, 419 KB) Summary http://www. ... 1975 (MCMLXXV) was a common year starting on Wednesday (the link is to a full 1975 calendar). ... Fuel Injection is a method or system for metering fuel into an internal combustion engine. ... For the album by Ash, see 1977 (album). ...

Other non USA markets continued to receive the 260Z with the L26. Also, 280Z 2+2--the two-door, four-seat model.

The S30/S31 series Z car was replaced in 1979 by the S130 Nissan 280ZX The Nissan 280ZX was a sporty coupe produced from 1979 to 1983. ...

See also

• Z-car

Z-car 1969 or 1970 Fairlady Z (240Z) in Japan Z-car usually refers to a series of sports cars manufactured by Nissan. ...

External links

• Classic Z Register
• 240Z works rally page
• Classic Zcar Club
• Z Club (UK)
• About Z The wikibooks about Zs and Fairladies

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