1984 Nissan Skyline vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR 400 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Skyline | 1989 TVR 400 | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Skyline | 400 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |