1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 173 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Skyline | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Skyline | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
