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1985 Nissan Fairlady Z 200ZG

1985 Nissan Fairlady Z 200ZG

1985 Nissan Fairlady Z 200ZG

The third-generation Z (Z31) was launched in 1983, the same year as the Fairlady production total passed 1 million units. Unlike the 2.8-liter, the 3.0-liter model was the first in Japan to use a V6 turbo engine and attracted much interest. Its beautiful silhouette, boasting a drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.31, and its unique parallel-rising headlights were very popular.

In Detail

type Series Production Car
built at Japan
engine VG20E V6
displacement 1998 cc / 121.93 in³
power 125 kw / 167.6 bhp @ 6000 rpm
specific output 83.88 bhp per litre
bhp/weight 131.97 bhp per tonne
torque 216 nm / 159.3 ft lbs @ 3600 rpm
body / frame Unitary Steel Monocoque w/Carbon Fiber Doors & Hood, Roll Cage
driven wheels RWD
front brakes Ventilated Discs
rear brakes Ventilated Discs
f suspension MacPherson Struts
r suspension Semi-Trailing Arms
curb weight 1270 kg / 2800 lbs
wheelbase 2520 mm / 99.2 in
front track 1415 mm / 55.7 in
rear track 1435 mm / 56.5 in
length 4535 mm / 178.5 in
width 1690 mm / 66.5 in
height 1310 mm / 51.6 in
transmission 5-Speed Manual