GT-R
Godzilla on wheels
GT-R is a performance designation used by Nissan for its high-performance sports cars, most famously the Nissan Skyline GT-R and its successor, simply called the GT-R.
The letters stand for Gran Turismo Racing, positioning the car as a race-ready grand tourer.
The GT-R has achieved legendary status in automotive culture, particularly among tuner and racing enthusiasts: The R34 GT-R is one of the most iconic Japanese sports cars ever made.
Japanese automaker
- SkylineNissan performance model name
- horsepowerRate of mechanical work
- torqueRotational force measurement
- boostUpward push or increase
dyno · tuning · acceleration · downforce · aerodynamics · intercooler · exhaust · intake
Vehicles sold in Japan
- GodzillaGiant monster from Tokyo
- importObtain from overseas
- legendUnverified traditional tale
- iconicWidely recognized, enduring
collector · auction · appreciating · tuner · enthusiast · otaku
Closed electrical pathway
- motorsportMotorized vehicle racing
- podiumRaised platform for speakers
- liveryIdentifying uniform or colors
- slicksSmooth racing tires
endurance · homologation · championship · qualifying · racecar · competition
Nissan
Japanese automaker
- SkylineNissan performance model name
- horsepowerRate of mechanical work
- torqueRotational force measurement
boost · dyno · tuning · acceleration · downforce · aerodynamics · intercooler · exhaust · intake · power
JDM
Vehicles sold in Japan
iconic · collector · auction · appreciating · tuner · enthusiast · otaku
circuit
Closed electrical pathway
- motorsportMotorized vehicle racing
- podiumRaised platform for speakers
- liveryIdentifying uniform or colors
slicks · endurance · homologation · championship · qualifying · racecar · competition
aftermarket
Trade in replacement parts
GT-RToyota Supra
Japanese rear-drive sports coupe
Mazda RX-7 · Porsche 911 · Corvette · Mustang
GT-Reconomy car
Fuel-efficient, affordable vehicle
subcompact · Toyota Corolla · Honda Fit · minivan · golf cart
GT-Rminivan
Multipurpose family vehicle
station wagon · Nissan Sentra · Honda Odyssey · commuter car