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Why can't the Toyota AE86 be driven on the road?

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Layla

07/29/25 10:25pm

Toyota AE86 cannot be driven on the road for the following reasons: 1. It is an FR model (front-engine, rear-wheel drive) with excellent front-rear body balance, a 50:50 weight distribution, and a lightweight body. The original AE86 weighs only 940 kg, with the GTV lightweight version being even lighter. Some modified AE86s weigh just over 800 kg. 2. With over 200 horsepower, the AE86 holds a special position in certain races, such as downhill and drift competitions. Even today, the AE86 remains one of the popular cars for drift competitions in Japan. 3. The AE86 was born in the 1980s, but its body and suspension design are products of the 1970s. Its chassis actually originates from a small pickup truck Toyota sold in North America, with specifications similar to the Liteace. The 4A-GEU engine was not manufactured by Toyota itself but was produced by Yamaha, indicating that Toyota placed significant emphasis on cost-effectiveness when producing the AE86.

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LeAustin

08/15/25 11:07pm

I've been driving old cars for decades, and the AE86 really can't be driven normally on the road anymore. The older the car, the more problems it has. The engine and exhaust system are outdated. Nowadays, environmental protection is a priority, and big cities like Beijing and Shanghai require the China VI emission standard. The AE86 uses technology from the 1980s, with harmful substances in the exhaust exceeding the limits, so it definitely won't pass the annual inspection. Safety is another major issue. Unlike modern cars equipped with airbags and ABS anti-lock braking systems, its braking system has deteriorated. On the highway, it can't stop in time during emergency braking, and the tires are almost worn out. The body is severely rusted, reducing overall structural strength—it would be totaled in a collision. I've seen many car enthusiasts wanting to take it out for a spin, only to be stopped by the police, who advised them to either completely upgrade and modify it or keep it purely as a collectible at home. After all, safety comes first when driving. While nostalgia for old cars is nice, it's not worth risking driving them on the road.

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