Datsun

Datsun
DATSUN VIOLET 140J/160J, TYPE 710

2-door/4-door 4-seater saloon, 2-door 4-seater coupé.

Third model up the Datsun tree, roughly in Morris Marina size and market. Related to larger Bluebird rather than to smaller Sunny, using same overhead-cam engine family. MacPherson strut front end, but beam axle rear. More than 90mph flat out, but yet another medium sized Datsun devoid of character. It sold well everywhere.

Technical Specifications
Engine
1428cc/1595cc (S4 OC)
Configuration
Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Production dates
1973 to 1977
Number produced
765,910
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