Ultimate JDM Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Japanese Car Culture

Put your JDM knowledge to the test! Take our ultimate quiz to see how well you know iconic Japanese cars, their history, and their performance specs. Challenge your friends and see who the true JDM aficionado is.

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1. Which Japanese car is known as the "Godzilla"?

A high-performance Japanese sports car known for its powerful twin-turbo engine and all-wheel-drive system, earning it the nickname "Godzilla" for its dominance on the racetrack.

Which Japanese car is known as the "Godzilla"?
Nissan GT-R
Toyota Supra
Mazda RX-7
Honda NSX

2. What does "JDM" stand for?

A widely used term in the car scene that refers to a specific category of vehicles and parts originating from a particular region.

What does "JDM" stand for?
Japanese Developed Market
Japanese Domestic Model
Japanese Domestic Market
Japan Driven Machine

3. Which car is famous for its rotary engine?

Known for its unique powerplant design, this car earned a cult following thanks to its distinctive performance and sound.

Which car is famous for its rotary engine?

4. Which brand produces the Supra?

An iconic sports car that’s been a staple in both real-world racing and pop culture, recognised for its performance and tuning potential.

Which brand produces the Supra?

5. The Honda S2000 is celebrated for its high-revving engine. What’s its redline?

This legendary roadster is renowned for an engine that screams higher than most sports cars, delivering thrills at the very top of the rev range.

The Honda S2000 is celebrated for its high-revving engine. What’s its redline?
6,000 RPM
8,000 RPM
9,000 RPM
10,000 RPM

6. What car model is commonly referred to as the "Evo"?

A rally-bred performance machine that became legendary for its turbocharged power and all-wheel-drive grip.

7. The Toyota AE86 is iconic in JDM culture. What was its original model name?

A lightweight, rear-wheel-drive classic that gained fame on the streets, racetracks, and in drifting culture.

The Toyota AE86 is iconic in JDM culture. What was its original model name?
Corolla
Camry
Supra
Celica

8. Which Nissan car is famed for its "SR20DET" engine?

A beloved tuner’s choice, this model became popular for its turbocharged engine and strong aftermarket support.

Which Nissan car is famed for its "SR20DET" engine?
Silvia
GT-R
300ZX
Fairlady

9. What year did Honda introduce the NSX?

A groundbreaking supercar that combined exotic looks with everyday reliability, reshaping how people viewed Japanese performance cars.

What year did Honda introduce the NSX?
1988
1990
1992
1995

10. Subaru is famous for which engine layout?

A signature setup that gives the brand its low centre of gravity and distinctive rumble.

Subaru is famous for which engine layout?
Inline-4
V6
Boxer
V8

11. Which car has pop-up headlights and is often referred to as the "Miata"?

A lightweight, fun-to-drive roadster that’s become a favorite for enthusiasts around the world

Which car has pop-up headlights and is often referred to as the "Miata"?
Mazda MX-5
Toyota MR2
Honda CR-X
Nissan 300ZX

12. What is Nissan’s luxury division called?

The premium arm of a well-known Japanese automaker, offering upscale features and performance.

What is Nissan’s luxury division called?
Lexus
Acura
Infiniti
Genesis

13. The Toyota 2JZ engine is best known for powering which car?

A legendary engine that earned fame for its strength, tunability, and presence in one of Japan’s most iconic sports cars.

The Toyota 2JZ engine is best known for powering which car?

14. Which Japanese car is nicknamed “Fairlady” in Japan?

A classic sports car with a long heritage, beloved for its design and performance in its home country.

Which Japanese car is nicknamed “Fairlady” in Japan?
Nissan 240SX
Nissan Z series
Toyota GT86
Subaru BRZ

15. In what year was the Mazda RX-7 first introduced?

A rotary-powered sports car that quickly became a favourite for its balance, style, and driving excitement.

In what year was the Mazda RX-7 first introduced?
1978
1981
1985
1988

16. What does “VTEC” stand for in Honda engines?

Honda’s innovative system that adjusts valve timing to boost both efficiency and performance.

What does “VTEC” stand for in Honda engines?
Variable Transmission Control
Variable Timing and Electronic Control
Variable Technology Engine Control
Variable Turbo Engine Control

17. What car is often associated with the anime Initial D?

A lightweight, rear-wheel-drive classic that became legendary through street racing and drifting culture.

What car is often associated with the anime Initial D?

18. Which Japanese automaker is known for the WRX and STI models?

Famous for rally-inspired performance cars that combine all-wheel-drive grip with turbocharged power.

Which Japanese automaker is known for the WRX and STI models?
Nissan
Subaru
Toyota
Mazda

19. Which Toyota model was designed as a collaboration with Subaru?

A sporty coupe that shares engineering and performance traits with a partner brand, offering balanced handling and fun driving dynamics.

Which Toyota model was designed as a collaboration with Subaru?
Supra
GT86
Celica
Avalon

20. What type of engine is the "13B" known for?

A unique powerplant celebrated for its rotary design and smooth, high-revving performance.

What type of engine is the "13B" known for?
Inline-4
V6
Rotary
Boxer

21. Which car maker produced the “Eclipse” model?

A sporty coupe from a well-known Japanese brand, popular for its style, performance, and tuner appeal.

Which car maker produced the “Eclipse” model?
Toyota
Nissan
Mitsubishi
Subaru

22. Which JDM car is known for having a "twin-turbo" option in its line?

A legendary sports car famed for its turbocharged power and dominance in both street and track performance.

Which JDM car is known for having a "twin-turbo" option in its line?

23. Which Honda model was nicknamed the "Baby NSX"?

A compact, sporty car inspired by Honda’s iconic supercar, blending agility with fun driving dynamics.

Which Honda model was nicknamed the "Baby NSX"?
S2000
Prelude
CRX
Beat

24. What does "GT-R" stand for?

A legendary badge representing high-performance engineering and racing heritage in Japanese sports cars.

What does "GT-R" stand for?
Grand Tour Racing
Grand Turbo Racing
Grand Turismo Racing
Grand Track Racing

25. The "S13" model code is commonly associated with which Nissan?

A popular chassis in the drift and tuner scene, known for its balanced handling and rear-wheel-drive layout.

The "S13" model code is commonly associated with which Nissan?
GT-R
350Z
Silvia
Maxima

26. Which brand produces the famous "Skyline" model?

An iconic Japanese automaker known for high-performance sports cars and legendary racing heritage.

Which brand produces the famous "Skyline" model?
Honda
Subaru
Nissan
Mazda

27. The Toyota Celica is best known as what kind of car?

A sporty, compact coupe that gained popularity for its stylish looks and fun-to-drive nature.

The Toyota Celica is best known as what kind of car?
SUV
Sports Coupe
Sedan
Hatchback

28. Which Japanese automaker created the “Land Cruiser”?

A rugged and reliable SUV, celebrated for its off-road capability and global reputation for durability.

Which Japanese automaker created the “Land Cruiser”?
Nissan
Honda
Mitsubishi
Toyota

29. The Mitsubishi 3000GT was also known as what in other markets?

A technologically advanced sports car from the ’90s, famous for its performance features and turbocharged options.

The Mitsubishi 3000GT was also known as what in other markets?
VR4
Galant
GTO
Eclipse

30. What was unique about the Honda Beat?

A tiny, lightweight roadster that stood out for its mid-engine layout and fun, spirited driving experience.

What was unique about the Honda Beat?
It had a rotary engine
It was a mid-engine Kei car
It was all-wheel drive
It was turbocharged

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