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Nissan Fairlady Z Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1979–1983) — Second Generation

The second-generation Nissan Fairlady Z carried the classic long-hood sports coupe formula into a more comfortable, better-equipped package, pairing front-engine, rear-wheel-drive balance with straight-six smoothness and everyday usability.

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Nissan Fairlady Z Engines and Transmissions

Each Nissan Fairlady Z engine here is a gasoline unit driving the rear wheels, so the character changes mainly with displacement. The 2.0 AT suits lighter, more economical use, while the 2.8 AT pulls harder from low revs. Both automatic versions favour relaxed cruising over constant gear changes.

Coupe — Nissan Fairlady Z Engines and Transmissions

Coupe Nissan Fairlady Z Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
2.0 MT	Gasoline	1998 cm³	130 hp	95 kW	Not provided	Manual	RWD
2.0 MT	Gasoline	1998 cm³	143 hp	105 kW	Not provided	Manual	RWD
2.8 MT	Gasoline	2753 cm³	145 hp	106 kW	Not provided	Manual	RWD
2.8 MT	Gasoline	2753 cm³	182 hp	133 kW	275 N⋅m	Manual	RWD
2.0 AT	Gasoline	1998 cm³	143 hp	105 kW	Not provided	Automatic	RWD
2.8 AT	Gasoline	2753 cm³	182 hp	133 kW	275 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD

Nissan Fairlady Z Dimensions

Coupe — Nissan Fairlady Z Dimensions

Coupe Nissan Fairlady Z Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase
2.0 MT	4420 mm	1690 mm	1295 mm	2320 mm
2.0 MT	4420 mm	1690 mm	1295 mm	2320 mm
2.8 MT	4420 mm	1690 mm	1295 mm	2320 mm
2.8 MT	4420 mm	1690 mm	1295 mm	2320 mm
2.0 AT	4420 mm	1690 mm	1295 mm	2320 mm
2.8 AT	4420 mm	1690 mm	1295 mm	2320 mm

Nissan Fairlady Z Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1979–1983) — Second Generation