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Nissan Skyline R30 2.0 (130 Hp)
Overall Rating
Nissan Skyline:
The Nissan Skyline is a brand of automobile originally produced by the Prince Motor Company starting in 1957, and then by Nissan after the two companies merged in 1967. After the merger, the Skyline and its larger counterpart, the Nissan Gloria, were sold in Japan at dealership sales channels called Nissan Prince Shop.
The Skyline was largely designed and engineered by Shinichiro Sakurai from inception, and he remained a chief influence of the car until his death in 2011....(Read more on Wikipedia)
R30 Overview:
Nissan Skyline (R30). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Nissan Skyline R30 was produced before modern safety standards and independent crash testing like Euro NCAP existed. Its safety features are basic by contemporary standards, lacking airbags, ABS, and advanced structural rigidity.
2.0 (130 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 2.0-liter engine provides adequate power for daily driving and spirited cruising, offering a balanced performance for its era without being overtly sporty.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is typical for a naturally aspirated 2.0L engine of the early 1980s, not particularly efficient by modern standards but acceptable for its time.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive 80s styling and classic appeal
- • Robust and relatively simple mechanicals
- • Engaging driving experience for its era
- • Growing collector's item potential
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards
- • Fuel economy not competitive with modern vehicles
- • Parts availability can be challenging for specific components
- • Performance is modest compared to later Skyline generations
Specifications:
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| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Skyline |
| Generation: | R30 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (130 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1981 |
| End of production: | 1985 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 130 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
Fuel, speed, and comfort: How does the Nissan Skyline rank in your book?