R34 Skyline
(GTR Specifications)
The R34 Skyline came off the production line in Japan from 1999-2002. The R34 model came in a bit lighter than the V-Spec model, weighing in at a healthy 3,388 pounds. With an indestructable inline 6 and turbo-charged with twin ball-bearing turbos (RB26DETT) with loads of potential, this made for a pretty good drifting car choice.
Weight: 3388 lbs
Length: 181.1 in
Width: 70.3 in
Height: 53.5 in
Wheelbase: 104.9 in
Turning Radius: 5.6 m
Fuel Capacity: 18.0 gal
(GTR V-Spec Specifications)
The R34 V-Spec Skyline came in weighing at 3,432 pounds, approximately 44 pounds heavier than the R34 model with the same RB26DETT motor set-up.
Weight: 3432 lbs
Length: 181.1 in
Width: 70.3 in
Height: 53.5 in
Wheelbase: 104.9 in
Turning Radius: 5.6 m
Fuel Capacity: 18.0 gal
(R34 Engine Specifications)
A pretty impressive motor in its stock form, the RB26DETT can unleash much more power with basic bolt-ons, while maintaining it's reliablility. One can easily double the horsepower output without having to touch the bottom end.
Displacement: 2568cc
Horsepower: 277 bhp @ 6800 rpm
Torque: 293 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Combustion Chamber: Pent Roof Type
Valve Arrangement: DOHC Belt Drive
Bore x Stroke: 3.386in x 2.902in
Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
Compression Pressure: 171 psi / 300 rpm
Dimensions (L x H x W): 34.25in x 26.18in x 26.57in
Idle Speed: 950rpm
Ignition Timing: 20deg BTDC / 950rpm
Engine Oil: 7.5W - 30 or similar
Oil Pan Capacity: 4.5 L, 4 imp qt
Oil Filter Capacity: Approx.0.4 L, 3/8 imp qt
Engine Coolant Capacity: Approx. 9.0 L, 7 7/8 imp qt