The R32 range:
GXi - The bare basic model R32 1.8 litre, rwd, non-turbo, no extras.
GTE - 2 litre family model, four door, non turbo, single overhead cam.
GTS - 2 ltr, in-line 6. DOHC, EFI, 2 & 4 drs, RWD, standard sports model.
GTS25 - 2.5ltr, in-line 6. DOHC, EFI, 2 & 4 drs, RWD, non-turbo, sports model.
GTSt - 2 ltr, in-line 6 cyl, DOHC, EFI, 2 & 4 drs, RWD, turbo charged sports car.
GTS4 - 2 ltr, in-line 6 cyl, DOHC, EFI, 2 & 4 drs, 4WD, turbo - some feature GTR specs (eg ATTESSA 4WD)
GTR - 2.6ltr, in-line 6 cyl DOHC, EFI, 2 dr, twin turbo, 4WS, 4WD, ABS, HICAS...
Basic R32 Specification Chart:
Model Engine Type Description Power Output CC Drive Doors
GXi CA18i 1.8litre 4cyl 91PS/5200rpm 1809 RWD 4 door
GTE RB20E 2ltr, 6 cyl, single cam
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GTS RB20DE 2ltr, 6 cyl, double overhead cam
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GTS25 RB25DE 2.5ltr, 6 cyl, DOHC
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[email protected] 2498 RWD 2 & 4 dr
GTSt RB20DET 2ltr, 6cyl, dohc, turbo
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GTS4 RB20DET 2ltr, 6cyl, dohc, turbo
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GTR RB26DETT 2.6ltr, 6cyl, twin turbo
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[email protected] 2568 4WD 2 dr
Decifering the Engine name:
RB - series of engine 20 / 25 / 26 - capacity (20~1998cc / 25~2497cc / 26~2597cc) D - Double Overhead Cam (or DOHC) E - EFI (Electronic fuel injection) T /TT - Turbo / twin turbo
Engine Type:
The R32 generally featured the RB series of engine in all instances except for in the case of the R32 GXi which feature the CA18i engine. This was a four cylinder, 1.8 litre normally aspirated engine.
Special models:
During and after general production, a handful of special models were released in small numbers. These rare cars generally featured a small variation from the normal, and seemed to be more like test models than anything. The Autech R32 is an example of this. The Autech R32 was tuned by Autech and was basically a four door R32 GTR, without the turbos, as it housed an RB26DE in its engine bay and an automatic gearbox. You can deduce from the name that the engine was a 2.6 litre DOHC EFI in-line six normally aspirated variant. Very good for pulling trailers since they have tonnes of torque.
Model E-HNR32
Dimensions 4580×1695×1360 mm
Weight 1480kg
Engine RB26DE
Power 220PS /6800rpm
Wheel 205/55R16 88V
R32 production began in 1989 and continued through to August 1993 which saw the beginning of the new R33 series of Skyline. Only a handful of R32 GTR's were produced after this date. The R32 Skyline generation is nearing 10 years now, most models are surely pushing 100,000kms to 150,000kms already. The R32 is a real workhorse of a machine, function, stylish and fast... The R32 certainly offers bang-for-buck especially considering the low prices. The reliability of the Skyline makes it the choice of car for many based on that reason alone. Models often differ due to the requirements ordered by the customer when the car was originally produced in Japan. The 1993 R32's are considered to be a favourable purchase considering it was the final year of production. This means that the car more than likely has less milage, and perhaps a higher level of options available. ie HICAS, ABS, 4WS... Since the beginning of the R32 production Nissan supplied high spec options for customers who wanted it.
This certainly shows there is a huge range of Skylines on the market, and a lot to look for if you are the prospective buyer of a new vehicle.
I hope this helps - Phil
