1974 Nissan Skyline vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 1988 TVR S2 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR S2 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 TVR S2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 TVR S2 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1988 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Skyline | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Skyline | S2 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
