Mazda RX-7

RX-7 In 1978, the RX-7 arrived as a 1979 model year vehicle. However, the earliest versions are sometimes called 1978 cars. It overlapped the last of the RX-3 in the lineup which it eventually replaced. The shape of the body is very reminiscent of the Porsche 924. In inaugural advertising, RX-7 was compared to the […]
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Datsun 260Z

Datsun 260Z The 260Z replaced the 240Z in 1974. Only one configuration was available at first which was a 2-seater sports car. The car shared the same 90.7 inch wheelbase as its predecessor, but had an increase in engine size. It also gained weight, creeping to 2400 lbs. This time around the engine was a […]
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Datsun 240Z

Datsun 240Z The timeline of this 2-seater barely touches the smog-era. The final model year of the 240Z was 1973, though it was not the last year of the Datsun Z-car lineage. The 240’s engine output was 151 horsepower. Delivering the power was a 2.4L SOHC 2-1bbl I6. The twin carburetors were supplied by Hitachi. […]
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