1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera is newer by 20 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Skyline | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
