The 1984 Nissan 300ZX Turbo marks the debut of the legendary "Z31" chassis generation, famous for transitioning the Z-car lineup from an inline-six engine to Japan's first mass-produced V6 engine. Coinciding with the official transition of the brand name from Datsun to Nissan, early 1984 models frequently featured dual badging from both names.
Performance Specifications
- Engine: 3.0-liter SOHC Turbocharged V6 (Engine code:VG30ET).
- Power Output: 200 hp and 227 l-ft of torque.
- Acceleration: 0 to 60 in roughly 7.3 seconds.
- Transmissions: 5-speed manual or an optional 4-speed automatic.
- Layout: Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive platform with a sleek 0.30 drag coefficient.
Notable '80s features
- Digital Dashboard: An available high-tech glow cluster featuring digital tachometers, visual speed readouts, and integrated trip computers.
- Pop-Up Headlights: Slanted, semi-exposed pop-up lamps unique to the Z31 aesthetic.
- Electronic Adjustable Suspension: Cockpit-controlled three-way adjustable dampers to stiffen the handling profile on the fly.
