Yeah, the R32 was the launch/beginning for a new generation of Skylines. Compared to other cars from that time, I would say the R32 was and still is legendary.
^^ I agree with ru' (i think!) - R33 is not pants - I own one, and I've driven every model (bar the R35 of course!) - R32 and R33 design briefs were completely different - the R33 is meant to be a continental cruiser, not a circuit attack car (like the 32) - so you can't say they are pants as some people go for that. likewise, some don't. if you want a race-car for the road, buy an R32. If you want a more comfortable cruiser whose interior does not resemble the flintstones car, get an R33. If you're cashed up and don't know how to get rid of it, buy an R34!!
BTW, the R33 is almost the same dimensions and weight (+10 or 20 kilos IIRC) as the R32, but has longer wheelbase, wider track and better looks!:flame:
yes i agree i personally have no experience of 33 or 34 so i cant really comment
just on first glance forget technicak capability... 'personally' i prefer the 32 and 34, that is NOT to say the 33 is not a pretty car, as one with simple touches like wheels and a good stance can look lurvely and wide and tough!
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Hi ive owened both 33 for 4 years 32 for 6 months ,the 32 is a much nicer drive better driving position ,33 looks better from behind but its just to big & unfocused as a skyline.
I think that most people replying to this thread have missed the point of what the guy wanted to know - but I also think that he sort of has as well: the key thing is to drive both and make the decision from there.
I settled on a 33, having driven both, and coming from a position of loving the way each car looks: they're from different times and had different objectives when they were designed. In terms of driving, for me, the 33 had the edge simply because it was a little bigger, and little more refined, and, frankly, a little less of a driver's car than the 32 - it makes it easier to live with for the sort of driving I do - which is nearly everyday in my car: somehow it felt a little more relaxed than the 32. Yes, I'm sure that were I a competent enough driver I could squeeze a little more from a 32, and perhaps ultimately a little more enjoyment as a result, but I have to admit that I'm not that good - certainly no-where near good enough to approach the limits of what either car can do.
Ultimately it came down to how each car felt as a place to be - and the slightly better interior, extra space, and very near 32 performance of the 33 did it for me. In terms of the way they look - I take issue with everyone who says the 33 is the ugly sister, I think the 32 is rapidly turning into a "classic" but the 33's not bad looking either - here's mine:
my goodness mate. what an excelent car. it looks much like my future one, but yours looks better taken care of.
altough i liked what you said. i used to have an evo 6 and comparing to the evo 8 i drove i must admit that with my limited skills, the 8 could go faster. altough i believe that driven by a pro, the 6 could be quicker. it should probably be the same with the 33 and 32
as i have one my self then i would say an R32 as its amazing how precise the steering is and how nimble in changing direction .
and yes it does take a little getting use to with the slower system of the 4wd but its worth it as long as u dont end up making a mess of the car in the first place . when u drive a R32 it can be a little unexpecting for the first times if u kick the rear out when on power hard on a bend say for instance at about 70mph but once u get use to how the car balances with the throttle it just becomes an amazing car and not so scary lol :chuckle: .
when u give it proper feed back the car is just happy to do what u want it to do .
even say if your doing a fast speed say around 180mph on a long curve that suddenly feels like i tight bend because of the speed , the R32 just feels like its digging its tyres into the tarmac and gripping realy hard .
i suppose the only comparison to the R33 i would have in any of my older cars would be with the air drag efficiency and i could only compare that to my old calibra turbo as at around 150mph the calibra would be fairly low in noise and felt smoother through the air but with the R32 at 150mph + it gets quite noiseyand u can feel the drag on the car .
can u notice a big difference with the wind drag on the 33 compared to the 32 ????????
besides all that , i love how my R32 drives :bowdown1:
R32 for me - Nissan kinda lost their way when it came to the R33's looks, you can see they came to their senses with the R34 which to me looks like a more modern, meaner version of the 32
Sorry for me it is the 33. Not as I have one but out of all the 32's i've seen I have only like a rare few. I would love a R34 as I love the look, but the curved sides of the 33 make her look tame... until you plant your foot to the floor!
For my personal experience I love the R32. I drive mine in the snow of northern japan without any issues. If I had the money I would get a R34. I respect everyone's opinion that like the R33. In regards to the cossie part I used to own two of them. Like them but kind of expensive to run. With the GTR I have obtained a lot more power and reliability than I never did with my Cossies. However, that might have been related to the engine builder. Love the cossies as they are rare and fun to drive just an expensive toy. The GTR in japan, awesome weapon with plenty of spares available.
i think the R32 is best out of them all, fair enough the R34 is the best looking but the car drives itself, the car will correct any mistake you make, the R33 was made as a sports road car while the R32 was designed as a race car. easy choice which one to buy in my eyes
this is the biggest load of sh1te I have ever seen posted on here.
an utterly misinformed load of rubbish.
/Steve
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