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What is the gas mileage on a 1981 280zx?

The gas mileage of a 1981 Datsun 280ZX varied considerably depending on several factors including:

* Engine condition: A well-maintained engine will get better gas mileage than one that's neglected.

* Driving habits: Aggressive acceleration and high speeds drastically reduce fuel economy. City driving generally yields lower MPG than highway driving.

* Vehicle condition: Proper tire inflation, aerodynamic factors (like a damaged body), and the overall condition of the car impact fuel efficiency.

* Automatic vs. Manual Transmission: Manual transmissions typically offered slightly better fuel economy.

While the EPA estimates are not consistently available for older vehicles like this across all sources, you can expect somewhere in the range of 17 to 23 miles per gallon (MPG), with highway driving potentially yielding the higher end of that range. City driving would likely be considerably lower.

Keep in mind this is just an estimate. Actual mileage will vary.