1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 17 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (290 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (477 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Skyline | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Skyline | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
