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About This Quiz
The 1970s was a memorable decade for cars, both good and bad. The decade started off in style but soon faced a crisis with an embargo put in place by oil-exporting countries driving up gas prices and reducing supplies around the world. In America, big gas-guzzling cars that struggled to get 10 miles per gallon suddenly fell out of favor. New government regulations for safety and exhaust emissions would soon crimp performance and put an end to muscle cars. Compact and subcompact models became popular overnight.
Despite the dour circumstances, the 1970s gave us an amazing assortment of cars, not only from American carmakers, but from abroad as well. Japanese cars started to make a huge impact in the United States. European manufacturers continued with a wide range of models, from innovative small cars to high-end luxury coupes and ultimate sports cars.
Despite higher fuel prices, American drivers didn't give up on their big cars entirely. For example, did you know that the 5,300-pound Lincoln Continental Mk. IV luxury coupe had its best sales year ever in 1973, a year when gas prices doubled?
This quiz will show you cars from all over the globe, including some you've never seen before, and some practically guaranteed to stump even the most dedicated car enthusiast. Take your time, follow the clues and give it your best shot.
Good luck!
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Oh, I say! What luxury coupe have we here?
1971 Lincoln Conrinental Mk. III
1972 Cadillac Eldorado
1974 Jensen Interceptor
1971 Rolls-Royce Corniche
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Look at those sleek lines. Can you identify this beauty from the '70s?
1975 Jaguar XJ-S
1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 SEC
1972 Jensen Interceptor
1978 Porsche 928
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What is this American car that had a "name twin" in Europe?
1975 Ford Granada
1976 Dodge Dart
1976 Chevrolet Nova
1977 Dodge Diplomat
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This is a classic for sure. Can you name it?
1974 Ford Bronco
1971 Chevrolet Blazer
1971 International Scout II
1976 Jeep CJ-7
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Let's begin. Name this iconic '70s car.
1974 Volkswagen Golf
1971 AMC Gremlin
1971 Chevrolet Vega
1976 Toyota Corolla
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Last one! Can you identify this coupe?
1970 Ford Maverick
1971 Dodge Demon
1971 Chevrolet Nova
1973 Buick Apollo
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This luxury model had some input from the legendary Italian design house, Pininfarina. Can you name it?
1974 Mercedes-Benz 450 SEC
1975 Jaguar XJ-12 coupe
1975 Rolls Royce Camargue
1973 Buick Riviera
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Can you identify this big luxury car?
1973 Ford Thunderbird
1976 Cadillac Eldorado
1976 Chrysler New Yorker Brougham
1976 Lincoln Continental Mark IV
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Big luxury coupes were popular in the 1970s in America. Can you name this one?
1975 Chrysler Cordoba
1973 Cadillac Eldorado
1977 Lincoln Mark V
1977 Ford Thunderbird
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Do you remember this chunky looking compact from the '70s?
1974 Ford Pinto
1971 AMC Gremlin
1978 Datsun B210
1978 Dodge Omni
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That's a long hood! To which vehicle listed below does it belong?
1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
1975 Chrysler Cordoba
1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
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This vehicle was partly styled by the Italian styling house, Bertone. What is it?
1978 Volvo 262C
1974 Mercedes 450 SEC
1976 Jaguar XJ-6 Coupe
1972 Citroen SM
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Any clue as to what '70s car is shown here?
1970 Dodge Charger
1971 Plymouth Road Runner
1971 Pontiac GTO Judge
1971 Chevrolet SS 454
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Can you name this workhorse vehicle from the 1970s?
1976 Jeep J-4000 pickup
1976 Ford F-150 Ranger XLT
1974 Dodge D-300 with Dyna-Trac dual rear wheels
1975 Chevrolet C30 One Ton "dualie"
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This little coupe was not sold in the U.S.A., but its twin brother was. What is it?
1971 Fiat 124
1974 Volkswagen Golf
1972 BMW 2002
1972 Mazda RX-3
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This wild-looking muscle car looked this way right from the production line. Can you name it?
1971 Dodge Charger R/T
1970 Plymouth Superbird
1971 Ford Mustang Boss 351
1973 Pontiac Firebird Trans-Am
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It's still a popular model 40 years after its introduction. Can you name it?
1978 BMW 320
1974 Lancia Beta
1976 Audi Fox
1979 Volkswagen Jetta
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This muscle car could only have come from America, and it's dressed for the part. Can you identify it?
1971 Ford Torino Cobra
1970 Buick GS-X
1970 AMC Rebel Machine
1972 Pontiac GTO
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"Personal" coupes were popular in America in the 1970s? Which one is this?
1974 Ford Torino Elite
1977 Dodge Diplomat
1976 AMC Matador
1976 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Classic
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A fairly small vehicle for the time, what car is shown in this image?
1975 Chevrolet Nova
1971 Dodge Dart Swinger
1978 Ford Fairmont
1976 Plymouth Duster
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G'day! This Australian vehicle proved popular in the '70s. Go ahead, try to name it.
1978 Holden Commodore
1975 Opel Diplomat
1977 Ford Falcon XB
1972 Chrysler Valiant Charger
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Here's a classic '70s muscle car. What is it?
1970 Buick GS 455
1971 Oldsmobile 4-4-2
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
1972 Plymouth Road Runner
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The '70s vehicle pictured here is a _________?
1974 Ford Country Squire
1971 Pontiac Safari
1972 Chevrolet Brookwood
1976 Chrysler Town & Country
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Do you need help identifying this 1970s hatchback?
1979 Vauxhall Astra
1976 Chevrolet Chevette
1977 Toyota Corolla
1974 Datsun 610
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All pointy and sleek, it looks fast! What rare vehicle is in this image?
1970 Chrvrolet Corvette LS-6
1971 Lamborghini Miura
1971 De Tomaso Pantera
1972 Maserati Indy
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This was the first mass-produced car in its country of origin. What is the make and model?
1975 Saab 99
1975 Lancia Beta
1975 Hyundai Pony
1975 Mitsubishi Galant
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Still a model today, this 4x4 first appeared in the 1970s. Do you know what it is?
1977 Suzuki Jimny
1972 Toyota Land Cruiser
1975 Jeep CJ-5
1975 Land Rover Series III
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This one is tricky. Can you identify this '70s sports car?
1977 Ferrari 308 GTB
1976 Lambirghini Urraco
1972 Corvette
1974 Lancia Stratos
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This pretty coupe was a favorite in Europe in the 1970s. Can you name it?
1975 Fiat 124 coupe
1976 Audi 100 Coupe S
1972 Ford Capri
1975 Mercedes-Benz 280C
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This sedan looks exactly like its Australian cousin. Do you know it?
1975 Dodge Aspen
1975 Ford Granada
1975 Mazda Roadpacer
1974 Audi 100
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Can you name this little sedan?
1972Opel 1900
1974 Volkswagen Golf
1978 Peugeot 504
1973 Subaru FF1 Star
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This '70s European model had an un-European sounding brand name. Do you know it?
1979 Datsun 810
1974 Austin Marina
1975 Toyota Corona
1979 Chrysler Alpine
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This small sedan went by different names in different countries. Can you find one of them below?
1971 Datsun 510
1976 Chrysler Avenger
1973 Mazda RX-2
1974 Toyota Corona
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