The Nissan Z engine is a series of four-cylinder engines designed for automobiles and light trucks. They were engineered by Nissan Machinery and manufactured by Nissan Motor Company from 1979 through August 1989.
Key Characteristics of the Nissan Z Engine
- Configuration: All Z engines feature an inline 4-cylinder layout.
- Valve Train: They employ a single overhead camshaft (SOHC) design with 8 valves in total.
- Production Period: These engines were produced for approximately a decade, from 1979 to 1989.
- Application: They were used in a variety of Nissan cars and light trucks.
- Manufacturer: Nissan Motor Company.
- Design: Nissan Machinery.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Inline 4-cylinder |
| Valve Train | SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft), 8 valves |
| Production Years | 1979 - 1989 |
| Applications | Nissan cars and light trucks |
| Original Design | Nissan Machinery |
| Manufacturing | Nissan Motor Company |
