Date of Introduction
October, 1972
Model Line Up
Datsun 180B GL
Datsun 180B GX
Prices at Time of Introduction
$3 892
Total Number Built
Identification Information
Engines
Engine: L18 series
Capacity: 1770cc (108.2 cubic inches)
Type: Conventional, watercooled four stroke, reciprocating piston, single overhead cam
Number of Cylinders: 4
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline. Front engine rear wheel drive
Head Design: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv, 2 valves per cylinder
Fuel System: Hitachi DAF 2 barrel Carburettor
Bore and Stroke: 85mm (3.35 inches) x 78mm (3.07 inches)
Power: 81kW (109hp) @ 6 000rpm
Torque: 147Nm (109 ft-lbs) @ 4000rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
(NEED L16 and L20 engines as well)
Transmissions
Type: 4 Speed Manual, Synchromesh on all gears
1st: 3.38:1
2nd: 2.00:1
3rd: 1.31:1
4th: 1.00:1
R: 3.70:1
Type: 3 Speed Automatic Borg Warner
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
R: 2.09:1
Type: 5 Speed manual
1st: 3.38:1
2nd: 2.01:1
3rd: 1.31:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.85:1
Reverse: 3.57:1
Rear Axle
Type: Hypoid Bevel Differential
Ratio: 4.11
Clutch
Single cushion disc, dry plate clutch
Chassis
Monocoque (Unibody)
Suspension
Front: MacPherson Strut front suspension, telescopic shock absorbers, coil springs
Rear: Independent, semi trailing arms (Sedan), Solid rear live axle and leaf springs
Steering
Recirculating ball, 15:1 ratio
Turning Circle: 9.8m (32ft)
Turns lock to lock: 3.8
Brakes
Power assisted hydraulic system
Front: 232mm (9.1 inch) Disc brakes
Rear: 228mm (9 inch) Drum brakes, self adjusting
Hand Brake: Mechanically operated on rear wheels
Tandem master cylinder, separate front and rear circuits
Electrical
12 volt coil and 40 amp hr alternator
Battery capacity: 48(ah)
Exhaust
Single tail pipe, semi extractor, zinc annealed type muffler
Wheels
Ventilated Steel, 4.5x 13 inch
Tyres
Dunlop SP sport radial ply, 165 SR 13
Exterior Dimensions (Sedan)
Wheelbase: 2500mm (98 inches)
Length: 4 215mm (165.9 inches)
Width: 1 600mm (165.9 inches)
Height: 1 415mm (55.7 inches)
Kerb Weight: 1 035kg (2 282lbs)
Front Track: 1310mm (51.6 inches)
Rear Track: 1330mm (52.4 inches)
Ground Clearance: 185mm ( inches)
Fuel Tank: 60L (Sedan), 55L (Wagon)