Skyline 2000 GTSR R31

The Nissan Skyline 2000 GTS-R R31 features turbocharged 2.0-liter RB20DET-R inline-6 engine producing 210 horsepower (154 kW) at 6400 RPM with 181 pound-feet (245 Newton-meters) torque at 4800 RPM through five-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel-drive featuring four-wheel steering technology and upgraded turbocharger on tubular steel exhaust manifold with enlarged front-mounted intercooler plus comprehensive homologation modifications including motorsport-specification suspension and braking systems limited to 800 units for Group A Touring Car racing homologation providing genuine racing pedigree with advanced technology for late-1980s period.

GTS-R R31 launched 1987 represents Nissan homologation special combining turbocharged RB-series inline-six with advanced four-wheel steering competing in Group A touring car racing against BMW M3 E30 and Ford Sierra Cosworth establishing foundation for legendary GT-R nameplate revival with subsequent R32 generation offering distinctive Japanese performance sedan character with sophisticated technology and racing heritage continuing R31 Skyline legacy from previous generations establishing collector interest for rare homologation variant representing transitional model before iconic GT-R R32 introduction establishing technical foundation for Nissan performance sedan development through advanced all-wheel systems and inline-six turbo architecture.