1983-1989 300ZX OverviewNissan 300ZX Overview (1983 - 1989)
Z31
Tech Specs Summary
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- 138 - 149 mph
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- 7.2 - 9.1 seconds
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- 168 - 225 BHP
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- 26.2 - 27.2 mpg
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- 1,395 - 1,525 kg
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- 212 L
This generation of the Nissan 300ZX (Z31) was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Nissan between 1983 - 1989. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Coupé. There are three power levels available from either a 3 L V6 petrol engine or 3 L V6 Turbo petrol engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 300ZX is the Nissan 300ZX Turbo which scores 2.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 225 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 151 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 149 mph and gets to 62 mph in 7.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Nissan 300ZX Turbo is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 460 miles and can store 212 litres of cargo.