sr20 or rb26?

Post by **Drift_Joy** » Thu Dec 16, 2004 7:19 pm

I was wondering whats an overall better engine...the sr20 or rb26?

Post by **574-240sx** » Thu Dec 16, 2004 7:31 pm

That one.

Seriously, search and browse around. RB26dett is expensive and you will need a rb25 trans. You will need a special mount kit, blah, blah. There are many more engines and the stock engien can hold its own too. I don't believe there is a definite answer to you question. What are your plans? How much are you looking to spend?

Post by **Drift_Joy** » Thu Dec 16, 2004 7:37 pm

Dont really have much for definate plans...just was taking the engine step now, an i got like 8,000 to drop on an engine...maybe 10 or so if i do it latter when im gonna be driving it more around march

Post by **bcar240** » Thu Dec 16, 2004 8:16 pm

well, with 10k you could put in an SR and mod it quite a bit. With RB26 you *might* be able to get in in the car. RB26 is obviously a more powerful engine stock-vs-stock, but it is also a little heavier and will require lots of modifications just to make it fit. Really it is how much time/$$$ you are willing to spend and what you want it for.

Post by **SeVa-S13** » Thu Dec 16, 2004 10:14 pm

*wishes for a banstick for xmas*

Post by **hannibal** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 4:48 am

the Rb26 came in the Skyline GTR and the SR20 came in the Silvia.

You tell me which is better...

Post by **Eikon** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 6:44 am

This isn't a very fair comparison...

4 cylander single turbo (sport compact car) vs. 6 cylander twin turbo (top of the line sports car).

This is like comparing a 240sx to a Skyline... which ones better... well obviously the skyline (RB26dett) is better. But it's all relative to cost.

If both engines cost the same amount, then the RB is the better choice. But, their cost is different so you have to take other factors into consideration...

What's your budget? What's your HP goal? What's your performance goal? (are you going to drag or drift or just try to impress your friends?)Do you want to have money left over for other mods or cosmetic enhancements?

I don't know a ton about SR20's.. but I bet with $8 to $10k as you stated above, you could modify the internals and push 400 maybe approach 500 hp? That $10,000 will get your RB26dett in the car and running fine. Stock they are probably 320hp to the wheels.. which is a lot! But not as much as you could get from the same $$$ on the SR with all the mods.

In other words, it's too hard to answer that question without knowing more about your goals. Your name is "drift_joy", so with that in mind, a modded SR is probably better for drifting than the RB due to weight issues.

having said that.. I think you should go RB26dett. It is a rare and wonderful engine. You would certainly turn lots of heads. In the years to come as you have more money to put toward it, you will eventually get way more HP out of it. You will find a more usable powerband with torque and hp at better levels throughout the revs. You will hear the most beautiful engine sound (short of a Ferrari V12 maybe). You will have an immediate show car regardless of external appearance. You will be one of very few 26 owners here in the US vs. SR's which are very common. You will gain acceptance in the RB section of the NICO forums... a very select club!!!

Post by **drifter_for_life06** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 7:32 am

first off ^^^ did you read? he said his budget, and said he didnt have definite plans. Just clearin that up

i would have to say with your funding the SR. 10k you could get the RB in but its almost pointless. Everyone ive ever talked to has said how much of a PITA it is. it throws the balance off, but power would hlep that in the long run. the SR is cheaper, mods are just as easy to get ahold of, keeps the balance of the car and with proper tuning can run along side a slightly tuned RB (i got a video if you want one)

Post by **lovenismo** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 7:41 am

Hey drifter for life is that the oem body (front bumper,sides,rear)? If Im thinking right that is either a kouki or aero front. What about the sides and rear. Everything looks excellent. With my next 240 Im looking to keep it as clean as possible yet have lighter aero parts than the oem like. Keep up the good work.

Post by **EazyBreazy** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 8:38 am

do what you wanna man. no one on this board has the money or the nuts to make up your mind for you

Post by **lovenismo** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 8:43 am

Somebody please tell me what body panels were used. That is one clean s13.

Post by **Rex** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 8:55 am

lovenismo wrote:Somebody please tell me what body panels were used. That is one clean s13.

If you look real close, the steering wheels on the other side. I think that's a pic of a RHD car, as it was meant to be.

Post by **lovenismo** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 9:24 am

Im not tracking??? What does the RHD have to do with the bumper and sideskirts? Is that a true kouki s13? Aero option maybe? Drifter 4 life where are you so you can tell me about your car in your tag.(is it yours? I assume it is so give me some knowledge)

Post by **Drift_Joy** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 9:30 am

In general i knew of some of the differences on the 2 engines...an realized what i could do with an sr an 10k but i was looking for what i could to in the future to it too, an as far as my name goes...this car would be rarely used for drifting if at all...got a 93 240 for that, this would be mainly for the strip.

Post by **Eikon** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 9:45 am

drifter_for_life... before you accuse me of not reading his post.. why don't you read mine... I restated his original $8 - $10K, but also made referance to future money that might be put into the project.

Drift_Joy... If you are looking for a drag car... I would say go RB26dett.... Even though your original $10k investment wouldn't buy you much in terms of upgrades... money after that could be invested to build 1000hp out of that engine. Eventually, the RB will destroy the SR on the 1/4 mile.

Post by **nismodave** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 9:51 am

Eikon wrote:drifter_for_life... before you accuse me of not reading his post.. why don't you read mine... I restated his original $8 - $10K, but also made referance to future money that might be put into the project.

Drift_Joy... If you are looking for a drag car... I would say go RB26dett.... Even though your original $10k investment wouldn't buy you much in terms of upgrades... money after that could be invested to build 1000hp out of that engine. Eventually, the RB will destroy the SR on the 1/4 mile.

Post by **Drift_Joy** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 11:13 am

Ya thats basically the idea i was trying to state in my original sentance...just couldnt state it right. But ill prolly end up going with the rb due to i know i WILL be adding more to it after its put in anyway...just not right now. but thx for input

Post by **hannibal** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 11:21 am

if I had the choice between a JDM Silvia motor and a Skyline motor, it would be an easy choice. It doesnt make much sense to give the KA for a SR. An RB is the only swap I'd consider. If youve got the dough, the RB26 wont disappoint.

Post by **Eikon** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 12:52 pm

Check out the RB forum before you make your choice. Check in with JonPowell, Chris Riggs wth underground motorsports, goofynick, etc... lots of guys there with lots of knowledge on RB's... Rb26 in particular.

Call McKinney Motorsports.. you will need their mounts to get the 26 in there properly to keep the twin turbos. You will also need their driveshaft.. unless you can fab this stuff yourself.

Ask lots of questions before you spend any money.

Good luck with everything!!! Keep us updated.. I am excited about another RB26dett in the states.

Post by **BuudWeizErr** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 1:34 pm

Post by **Anand** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 2:06 pm

only 4 posts and you are asking for this.. please do your research starting frmo http://www.google.com

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