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 hp
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- 21.8 - 22.6 mpg
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- 3,075 - 3,362 lbs
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- 7.5 ft3
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 gasoline engine or 3 L V6 Turbo gasoline 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 hp and a power/weight ratio of 14.59 lb/hp 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 7.5 cubic feet of cargo.