Datsun, established in 1931 in Japan, became Nissan’s vehicle brand for exports. Known for affordable, reliable cars like the 240Z and the 510, Datsun gained global popularity, especially in the U.S. Retired in 1986, the name briefly returned in 2013 for emerging markets before being phased out again in 2022.
Browse the model landing pages below (linked where available), each page features the original brochure photos, specs and detailed information for that year.
The Datsun 260Z is the second variant of the original Z-car, featuring a larger 2.6-liter straight-six engine and the debut of the 2+2 seating option, sold globally from 1974 to 1978.
The 260Z is considered a variant within the first generation of the Z-car (S30 platform).
The Datsun 280ZX, produced from 1978 to 1983, was the second-generation Z-car, shifting the series toward luxury grand touring while retaining its famous inline-six power.
The 280ZX (internally coded S130) replaced the original S30 series and was the first Z-car to offer a turbocharger and a T-bar roof. Datsun 280ZX (S130 Series): 1978–1983. Series 1: 1978–1981 (Features original styling and recirculating ball steering). Series 2 Facelift: 1982–1983 (Updated with rack-and-pinion steering and revised taillights). Body Styles: 2-seater Coupe and 2+2 (Four-seater). Turbo Model: 1981–1983 (First production Japanese car with a turbocharger). 10th Anniversary Edition: 1980 (Limited run of 3,000 units in Black/Gold or Black/Red). Global Rebranding and Assembly: Nissan Fairlady Z (Japan): 1978–1983 (Available with 2.0L and 2.8L engines). Nissan Fairlady 280Z (Various Export Markets): 1978–1983. South African Assembly: 1982–1985 (Continued slightly after Japanese production ended).
The Datsun 610, produced from 1971 to 1976, was a midsize car offering stylish design, reliable performance, and a smooth ride in coupe, sedan, and wagon forms.
The Datsun 710, produced from 1973 to 1977, was a compact car known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and versatility, available in sedan, coupe, and wagon styles.
The Datsun B-210, produced from 1973 to 1978, was a popular compact car praised for its fuel efficiency, affordability, and practicality during the 1970s energy crisis.
The Datsun Li'l Hustler was the popular marketing name for the 620 and 720 series of compact pickup trucks in the US market, celebrated for reliability from 1972 to 1983.
The "Li'l Hustler" name was a specific U.S. market marketing name for the standard-cab, short-bed versions of two global Nissan/Datsun truck generations: 620 Series (Li'l Hustler): 1972–1979 (First widely used the Li'l Hustler name in the US). Global Name: Datsun 620. Note: The 620 King Cab was also part of this generation from 1977. 720 Series (Li'l Hustler Trim): 1980–1983. Global Name: Datsun 720. Note: The name continued as a trim or option package on the first few years of the 720 series before the Nissan rebranding. The name was phased out as Datsun transitioned to the Nissan brand globally starting in 1983.
