Engines1979–1984

What engines does the Datsun 280 ZX (1979-1984) come with?

The Datsun 280 ZX (1979-1984) was offered with 3 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.

Engine	Power	Torque	Transmission	Drive	Top speed	0-100 km/h	Consumption	Available on
2.8L Petrol	200 hp	290 Nm	Manual	Rear Wheel Drive	230 km/h	7.5 s	10.2 l/100km	1 trim
2.8L Petrol	140 hp	202 Nm	Automatic	Rear Wheel Drive	200 km/h	—	11.9 l/100km	1 trim
2.8L Petrol	140 hp	202 Nm	Manual	Rear Wheel Drive	205 km/h	10.1 s	11.0 l/100km	2 trims

How this is measured

Each row is a distinct mechanical configuration — engine size, power output, transmission, drivetrain and fuel type — deduplicated across equipment trims that share the same engine. Trim-only differences (interior, wheels, options) do not create a separate row.

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