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1987 Nissan Skyline 2000GTS-R

The seventh-generation Skyline (R31) was launched in August 1985 and this model is well remembered as being the first to reintroduce the 6-cylinder DOHC engine (discontinued with the C110). In May 1986, the coupe GTS appeared, and in August 1987, after a minor change, the coupe GTS-R (RB20DET-R: 210PS engine) – based on Group A race specifications – was sold as a limited edition (800 units).

In Detail

type Series Production Car
built at Japan
engine RB20DET-R Inline-6
displacement 1998 cc / 121.9 in³
power 156.6 kw / 210 bhp @ 6400 rpm
specific output 105.11 bhp per litre
bhp/weight 156.13 bhp per tonne
torque 245 nm / 180.7 ft lbs @ 4800 rpm
front tires 205/60R15
rear tires 205/60R15
front brakes Ventilated Discs
rear brakes Ventilated Discs
f suspension MacPherson Struts
r suspension Trailing Arms
curb weight 1345 kg / 2965 lbs
wheelbase 2615 mm / 103.0 in
front track 1425 mm / 56.1 in
rear track 1420 mm / 55.9 in
length 4660 mm / 183.5 in
width 1690 mm / 66.5 in
height 1365 mm / 53.7 in
transmission 5-Speed