The 1983–1987 Toyota AE86 Sprinter Trueno, also known as the "''Hachi-Roku''" (Eight-Six, from the Japanese ''hachi'' for eight and ''roku'' for six), is a car made famous by the hit anime series Initial D. Before that, it was known among Japanese Automobile enthusiasts as a car that offered great handling and maneuverability for a relatively low price. Closely related to the Sprinter Trueno is the AE86 Corolla Levin. The Levin is distinguished primarily by its fixed headlights in contrast to the Sprinter's popups. The 2-door coupe and 3-door hatchback AE86 Sprinter Trueno and its almost identical Corolla Levin brother were the last rear wheel drive (RWD) members of the Toyota Corolla (also some of the last the lightweight rear wheel drives). Their AE82 Corolla sedan counterparts were already being built as front wheel drive (FWD) cars. The rear drive configuration, combined with the Trueno's light weight (~2300lb curb weight), great balance and relatively powerful (and easy to tune) 4A-GE engine made it popular among the Japanese ''hashiriya'' street racers, many of whom raced in the mountain passes where the corners suited the Trueno best, especially on the downhill. Among those who utilized this amazing car was Japanese racing legend Keiichi Tsuchiya, also known as the ''Dori-King'' (drift king). Tsuchiya helped popularize the sport of drifting, which involves taking a car on a set of controlled slides through corners. The AE86's RWD configuration made it well suited to this kind of cornering and up to this day the car is a mainstay of drift shows/competitions. The ''Hachi-Roku'' has now been immortalized by manga artist Shuichi Shigeno (しげの秀一) in the hit manga/anime series Initial D, this in turn has led to a resurgence of interest in this car. This rise in the popularity of the AE86 Trueno has led to a growth in its demand and a subsequent rise in its resale value. What was once a car that was overlooked by many in the US and abroad (during a time when power and 1/4 mile times were focused on, more than cornering ability and balance) is now a hot commodity among auto-enthusiasts. Nowadays the AE86 even gained attention from Western video game publishers, as this car was included by Electronic Arts's Need for Speed Underground 2 (although under the American name Corolla GTS). And wise Gran Turismo racers know that the Sprinter is one of the best early cars to acquire, given its speed and maneuverability. More than a decade and a half from when the last of its kind rolled off the production line, the AE86 Sprinter Trueno is finally being recognized for its true value. Considered by many as one of Japan's best cornering machines, the ''Hachi-Roku'' is a true Japanese legend. Toyota vehicles Rear wheel drive vehicles
I just wanted to add some additional information about the car. I don't like how this article likens the car to Skylines, Lancers, and the like because it _doesn't_. For a sub-200hp car it's remarkably quick, but nowhere outside of a work of fiction would it be competant stock for stock with either cars. anggarda: I've got to agree with you on this. I think the last paragraph seems to be a case of trying to compare the cars with its peers. It is not in the same league as those cars mentioned. Editing to remove references to those vehicles in the last paragraph.
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The 1983–1987 Toyota AE86 Sprinter Trueno, also known as the "''Hachi-Roku''" (Eight-Six, from the Japanese ''hachi'' for eight and ''roku'' for six), is a car made famous by the hit anime series Initial D. Before that, it was known among Japanese Automobile enthusiasts as a car that offered great handling and maneuverability for a relatively low price. Closely related to the Sprinter Trueno is the AE86 Corolla Levin. The Levin is distinguished primarily by its fixed headlights in contrast to the Sprinter's popups. The 2-door coupe and 3-door hatchback AE86 Sprinter Trueno and its almost identical Corolla Levin brother were the last rear wheel drive (RWD) members of the Toyota Corolla (also some of the last the lightweight rear wheel drives). Their AE82 Corolla sedan counterparts were already being built as front wheel drive (FWD) cars. The rear drive configuration, combined with the Trueno's light weight (~2300lb curb weight), great balance and relatively powerful (and easy to tune) 4A-GE engine made it popular among the Japanese ''hashiriya'' street racers, many of whom raced in the mountain passes where the corners suited the Trueno best, especially on the downhill. Among those who utilized this amazing car was Japanese racing legend Keiichi Tsuchiya, also known as the ''Dori-King'' (drift king). Tsuchiya helped popularize the sport of drifting, which involves taking a car on a set of controlled slides through corners. The AE86's RWD configuration made it well suited to this kind of cornering and up to this day the car is a mainstay of drift shows/competitions. The ''Hachi-Roku'' has now been immortalized by manga artist Shuichi Shigeno (しげの秀一) in the hit manga/anime series Initial D, this in turn has led to a resurgence of interest in this car. This rise in the popularity of the AE86 Trueno has led to a growth in its demand and a subsequent rise in its resale value. What was once a car that was overlooked by many in the US and abroad (during a time when power and 1/4 mile times were focused on, more than cornering ability and balance) is now a hot commodity among auto-enthusiasts. Nowadays the AE86 even gained attention from Western video game publishers, as this car was included by Electronic Arts's Need for Speed Underground 2 (although under the American name Corolla GTS). And wise Gran Turismo racers know that the Sprinter is one of the best early cars to acquire, given its speed and maneuverability. More than a decade and a half from when the last of its kind rolled off the production line, the AE86 Sprinter Trueno is finally being recognized for its true value. Considered by many as one of Japan's best cornering machines, the ''Hachi-Roku'' is a true Japanese legend. Toyota vehicles Rear wheel drive vehicles
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I just wanted to add some additional information about the car. I don't like how this article likens the car to Skylines, Lancers, and the like because it _doesn't_. For a sub-200hp car it's remarkably quick, but nowhere outside of a work of fiction would it be competant stock for stock with either cars. anggarda: I've got to agree with you on this. I think the last paragraph seems to be a case of trying to compare the cars with its peers. It is not in the same league as those cars mentioned. Editing to remove references to those vehicles in the last paragraph.
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