Nissan Skyline JDM Car 1993 – 1997
The R33 Skyline JDM Car was introduced in August 1993. Slightly heavier than the R32, it was available in a coupe and sedan body configuration. The R33 was the safest model with a rating of 3.8 out of 5.5 each. The airbag system and internal crash bar make this vehicle significantly safer than previous models. Currently, all models use a 6-cylinder engine. The GT-R became extremely popular. On the other hand, the entire SKYLINE series gradually fell out of favor. The 9th generation of the SKYLINE in 1993, the 10th generation of the SKYLINE in 1998, and the GT-R still became a hot topic of conversation, although minivans and SUVs were waning in popularity with other SKYLINE grades.
There are 2 Different Versions of the Skyline:
Nissan Skyline Wheel-Steering System
Wheel - Steering System
Some JDM models were equipped with a new version of the HICAS 4-wheel steering system called Super HICAS. This computer control system was first used on the R32 GTR. Unlike hydraulic HICAS, Super HICAS used electric actuators to control the tail. This generation was no longer considered “compact” under Japanese law, which used external aspects to determine the level of tax obligations.
Engine Features -
The engine ignition system has also been changed for the RB25DE. This is no longer the ignition module located on the cam cover and instead Intelligent ignition coils (coil built-in ignition window) and ECUs are replaced by ECUs. The RB25DET turbo is also fitted with a nylon compressor wheel to improve responsiveness.
R33 Model Design -
During the entire production period of the R33, lights and body kits of various designs were installed and the actual body / chassis remained unchanged. Spec 2 appearance changes include headlights that taper towards the grille and have upgraded reflectors, grille (which was longer in Spec 1), and leading edge shapes to accommodate the new headlights. Includes modified hood. The adapting front bumper is slightly reshaped to adapt to the bottom edge of the new headlights. Models after Spec 2 also had the option to install an Active LSD.
Production of the R33 was discontinued in February 1998, celebrating the 340th anniversary of the R33. Although earlier R32 models were well certified, R32 was definitely suffering from lifting and equilibrium questions. Together with that, Nissan, such as other Japanese companies, has been strictly restricted to improve performance. So Nissan had to fight with all these areas, so a sophisticated strength program was created.
NISSAN SKYLINE- Technical Advancements
Technical Advancements :
Nissan increased approximately 1 inch width on R33 on R32, and approximately 4 inches were also long. This causes R33 to currently have an overall and low attitude of the overall wheelbase, which is currently mixed with new technologies from a computer aerodynamic computer. Each line of the R33 aims not only to raise the fuel tank, but also to give the car the ultimate aerodynamics, due to the large bumper gap and the large angle of air movement. The battery is in the trunk. Rigidity points have been added and Attessa and Hicas improvements have been added, all of which provided the R33 with the best aerodynamics, balance and handling.
Technical Advancements :
Nissan engineers have also found other ways to reduce weight by a few grams. These include the following: Hollow out the beam of the side door. High-strength steel is used for body parts. Reduction of sound absorbing material. Super HICAS will be electric. Hollow out the rear anti-roll bar. High-strength springs are used in the front and rear. Shrinkage of ABS actuator. Lighter weight aluminum wheels with increased rigidity The front and rear axles were made of aluminum (similar to the BNR32), but so were the engine mount isolators and brackets. The new plastic was used to change fuel tanks, headlights, high-strength “PP” bumpers, air filters, headliner materials, and rear spoiler materials. Combining all of this makes the R33 the fastest skyline around the Nürburgring, 21 seconds faster around the Nürburgring and 23 seconds faster on the V-Spec than the R32.
Models in Nissan Skyline R33-
- HR33 GTS – 2.0 L RB20E SOHC I6, 130 PS (96 kW; 128 hp), 172 N⋅m (127 lb⋅ft)
- ER33 GTS-25 – 2.5 L RB25DE DOHC I6, 190 PS (140 kW; 187 hp), 231 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft)
- ENR33 GTS-4 – 2.5 L RB25DE DOHC I6, 190 PS (140 kW; 187 hp), 231 N⋅m (170 lb⋅ft) 4WD
- ECR33 GTS-25t – 2.5 L RB25DET DOHC turbo I6, 250 PS (184 kW; 247 hp), 294 N⋅m (217 lb⋅ft)
End Of Production Of R33:
Technical Advancements :
Production of the R33 was discontinued in February 1998, celebrating the 340th anniversary of the R33. Although earlier R32 models were well certified, R32 was definitely suffering from lifting and equilibrium questions. Together with that, Nissan, such as other Japanese companies, has been strictly restricted to improve performance. So Nissan had to fight with all these areas, so a sophisticated strength program was created.