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Car Review Nissan Skyline Sport Coupe 25gt
There are no rivals, except GT-R Skyline is said about this modification that this is some wrong Skyline. Probably, the calm expression of his car faces is confusing everyone. So, the new modification of the Gl. I will immediately make a reservation: the one who thinks that this car is not a real Skyline is too hasty in his estimates.
Engineers made changes to the design of the turbocharger, and now the engine is able to develop a power of 280 horsepower. In addition, a powerful torque appeared at small and medium speeds, and its maximum value increased by 2 kg and reached 37 kg/m.
We go further. The car has improved the work of the gearbox, which, as you know, has manual switching. Stage bushings were strengthened, their stiffness was increased by 20%, the working course of the switch lever is shortened by 10%. The switching circuit does not work so that it is very unusual, but at least the inclusion of the desired transmission occurs simply perfectly, with a clearly tangible fixation.
Let's look at the engine. It has a turbine with ceramic elements, the operating volume is 2.5 liters. 6 cylinders are located in a row. Thanks to its powerful torque moment, the motor instantly reacts to pressing the gas pedal. So the driver who knows a lot about manual speed switching will be satisfied.
At high speed, the car moves straight, like an arrow. However, she not only goes well on straight lines, but thanks to the HiCAS system, she also includes in turns. This is to a large extent contributes to the helicoid differential of high friction (LSD). Truly, Skyline 25gt Turbo has no worthy rivals among sports sedans! The only serious competitor is Skyline GT-R.
General information about the machine The Skyline generation considered here, which appeared on sale in May 1998, is already a tenth in a row. This time, the model range is represented by a 4-door sports sedan and a 2-door sports compartment. Cars are equipped with engines of three varieties: 2-liter, 2.5-liter without turbocharged and 2.5-liter engine with turbocharged. All engines have 6 cylinders located in a number. The car is driven either with the rear wheels, or has all -wheel drive (in this case, the engine is atmospheric, without boost).
The 25GT Turbo modification is equipped with an engine that develops a power of 280 hp. This is the strongest representative of the family. Outwardly, it can be distinguished from a car with an atmospheric engine along the final air window on the left side of the front bumper. The steering provides the rotation of all 4 wheels (4WS system), it is supplemented by an electric power capture and Hicas system. The equipment of the machine includes the following devices that contribute to the improvement of running data: a track tracking system, a differential differential of friction (for modifications with a manual gearbox differential helicoid, for automatic transmission liquid). If you open the hood, then it will stand on a holding vertical rack.
Assessment from the inside Interior equipment and front panel - 2 points
From the very beginning, the front panel in the Skyline salon made the impression of an unusually harmonious selection of various details, and has always been made in black tones. But after restyling, that is, from August 26, 2000, silver intervened in this black harmony. This is not to say that this violated the familiar and calm atmosphere at the wheel. But from the point of view of design, this innovation can cause an ambiguous assessment.
Front seats - 3 points
Two rotating regulators are installed under the seat, with which you can smoothly adjust the position of the chair. The sitting itself is quite flat, but the backs boast of lateral support. It turned out a combination of elements of a sports chair and an armchair for everyday trips.
Rear seats - 1 point The rear seats clearly correspond to the type of salon 2 + 2. They have a low position. In them you can conveniently place the body, even take a nap. But there will be problems with the head. She constantly slips into the ceiling. I'm afraid that an adult passenger in such a chair will not stand for long!
Luggage department - 2 points
The maximum width of the trunk, measured on the floor 135 cm, depth - 77 cm and another 12 cm takes the gas tank. The lid of the trunk at the sedan is arranged in such a way that the longitudinal lever can be moved left or right, but in the sports compartment it is held by the damper. It can be seen that the developers tried to make it as roomy as possible. As a result, the trunk volume amounted to 316 liters.
What is the car on the go?
Engine and transmission - 4 points
The engine is characterized by smooth operation, rich in torque and acceptance. The performance of the turbine increases depending on the load on the engine (progressive type), and this enhances the effect of its action. The maximum recoil occurs after the engine passing the threshold of 3500 rpm. The gearbox is clearly strengthened, it is felt right away. The work of the combination engine plus gearbox does not cause complaints, given that we are talking about a mass car, and not a single copy intended for professional car racing. In short, I would assess 5, if not for one but: increased fuel consumption.
Comfort and steering - 5 points The suspension is made in a hard manner, as is usually done in a sports car. Therefore, all the shocks of the road surface are cut off, and only information about them reaches the driver. This is a consequence of the enhancement of the rigidity of the body and the special geometry of the suspension. The car manifests itself well on the mountain road, and if you move along the speed highway, then it is also reliably held at the rate. So there are still cases when you can chase two hares and catch both of them.
General rating 4 points
Test results
Reporting author: Aoki Taino (Aoki Teino).
Test date: September 18, 2000
Type of the tested car: advertising sample.
Year of release of the tested car: 2000.
General mileage at the time of tests: 3789 km.
Tires: front and rear 225/45ZR17 98S Bridgestone Potenza Re040.
Optional equipment: a holographic musical system (126,000 yen, or about $ 1,200), lateral pneumatic airbags (40,000 yen, or about $ 380), body covering (35,000 yen, or about $ 330), rear spoiler (60,000 yen, or about $ 570).
The purpose of the tests: obtaining a general idea of \u200b\u200bthe behavior of the machine on the go.
Movement schedule: High -speed highway - City line mountain road.
The distance traveled during the tests: 336.2 km.
General fuel consumption: 66.5 liters.
Approximate fuel consumption: 1 liter per 5.1 km of run or 19.6 liters per 100 km.
Technical characteristics Nissan Skyline Sport Coupe 25 GT Turbo
Body dimensions (length / width / height) 4580 mm / 1725 mm / 1340 mm
Wheel base 2665 mm
Car weight 1410 kg
The rear drive
A 2.5-liter engine with turbocharged, 6-cylinder with an in-line cylinder arrangement, gas distribution mechanism two upper shafts with 24 valves, developed power-280 hp. at 6400 rpm, maximum torque 37.0 kg/m at 3200 rpm.
Transmission 5-speed manual transmission
The basic price of the car is 2.998,000 yen (about $ 28.500)
The price of the car on which the test trip was performed 3. 259,000 yen (about $ 31,000)
Author: Aoki Taino (Aoki Teino)
Photo: Gojo Tomoyoshi
2000
Source: webcg
