1996 Nissan Skyline vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Skyline | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Skyline | GT1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2569 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
