1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 23 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 701 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 748 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Skyline | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Skyline | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
