1. 1980 Rolls Royce Silver Spirit
   1987 Mazda Etude
2. 1987 Stirling 825
   1986 Lincoln Town Car

Built between 1980 and 1999, the Silver Spirit is the epitome of luxury. Four distinct marks were produced of this vehicle during its 19-year history with the first version, the Mark I, powered by a 6.75-liter L410 V8 engine. This model was also the first to be able to retract its iconic hood ornament, the Spirit of Ecstacy, in the event of an accident or encountering a thief looking for a classic bit of bling.

1. 1980 Chevy K5 Blazer
   1984 Jeep Cherokee Pioneer
2. 1987 Dodge Power Wagon
   1986 AMC Eagle

The Pioneer was a trim package for the Cherokee that was available from 1984 to 1990. It included steel wheels, an AM radio and an alternate cloth trim with a plaid pattern. The Pioneer Olympic Edition, offered in 1988, threw in air conditioning and FM radio.

1. 1982 Mitsubishi Montero
   1985 Suzuki Samurai
2. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
   1983 Land Rover Defender

Maurice Wilks designed the first Land Rover in 1947. Over the years, the Land Rover has become a favorite of many with the Defender being one of the company's most iconic models. The first Defender rolled off the production line in 1983 and remained in production until 2016. Safety regulations took the model out of U.S. showrooms in 1997.

1. 1987 AMG Hammer
   1985 Chrysler Lebaron
2. 1978 Buick Grand National GNX
   1986 Lincoln Town Car

Produced for a 20-year period from model years 1981 to 2001, the Town Car was a Lincoln entry in the luxury full-size car segment. Three generations of this vehicle were produced over its two-decade run, during which it was the most produced limousine in the U.S. and Canada.

1. 1988 Nissan Maxima
   1985 Audi Quattro
2. 1989 BMW M3
   1980 Chevrolet Citation

The Maxima, a full-sized sedan, has been a Nissan model since 1981 and is currently in its eighth generation. The Maxima is the flagship of the automaker's sedan segment, which also contains the Altama and the Sentra. The current generation offers a 3.5-liter V6 capable of going from 0 to 60 mph in 5.9 seconds.

1. 1985 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
   1981 DeLorean DMC-12
2. 1984 Dodge Omni Shelby
   1987 Porsche 959

A Porsche from the 1980s, the 959 was produced for a period of two years between 1986 and 1988 and again from 1992 to 1993. Only 345 were built. It originated as a rally car but 200 production models needed to be built as per Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) rules.

1. 1982 Chevrolet Chevette
   1981 Mercury Cougar
2. 1989 Ford Tempo
   1988 Oldsmobile Firenza

The Ford Tempo was an attempt by the Ford Motor Company to produce a compact vehicle that would compete in the U.S. with Japanese imports in the 1980s that were smaller and more fuel-efficient. The Tempo was also badged by Mercury under the name Topaz. This compact car was produced from 1983 to 1994 when it was replaced with the Ford Contour and Mercury Mystique.

1. 1986 Holden Gemini
   1989 Plymouth Sapporo
2. 1983 Nissan President
   1983 Renault 6

This compact car was sold by Holden in Australia, New Zealand and surrounding islands between 1975 and 1986. During this time, there were two generations of the Gemini, both based on the Isuzu Gemini platform. While the first generation had offered a range of body styles, the second generation of the Gemini offered only the four-door sedan option. Just under 250,000 Geminis were sold during its run.

1. 1986 Toyota Cresta
   1982 Lincoln Town Car
2. 1983 Nissan Skyline GT-R
   1985 Honda Legend

The flagship model of the Honda fleet of vehicles, the Legend has been in production since 1985, sitting out only in 2013. It has taken other name badges around the world, including Acura Legend, RL and RLX as well as Daewoo Arcadia. The Legend is a four-door luxury sedan and currently is almost identical to the Acura RLX.

1. 1983 Chevrolet Kodiak
   1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass
2. 1980 MG Midget
   1980 Renault Fuego

The Midget was produced by MG from the model years 1961 to 1980 with four generations produced. A two-door roadster, the last generation was powered by a 1500 cc engine. In order to be sold in the U.S., MG added larger front and rear black bumpers and increased the ride height of the vehicle, which forced the addition of anti-roll bars to offset the vehicle's now-higher center of gravity.

1. 1981 Pontiac LeMans
   1984 Holden Rodeo
2. 1989 Peugeot 205
   1980 Mini

The Rodeo pickup was marketed by Holden for three generations, from 1980 to 2008, in the Australasia region. All vehicles were based on Isuzu models with the third generation essentially the Isuzu D-Max.

1. 1984 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro
   1980 International Harvester Scout II
2. 1982 Dodge Power Wagon
   1985 Range Rover

The International Harvester Scout was built during the late 1960s into the early 1980s and proved to be a popular off-roader. More than 500,000 were built during this period. Several special trim package editions were available for the Scout II, which was released in 1971.

1. 1981 Maserati Quattroporte II
   1982 Isuzu VehiCROSS
2. 1986 Audi 90 IMSA GTO
   1980 Lamborghini Urraco

After they moved out of the rally circuit following the demise of Group B racing in the mid-1980s, Audi turned its attention to something new. The result was the highly modified Audi 90 GTO which raced in the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) championship in the United States. Although it did not win the championship, it did come close with Hans-Joachim Stuck at the wheel.

1. 1980 Chevrolet Cavalier
   1981 Ford Escort
2. 1982 Vauxhall Cavalier
   1986 Triumph Spitfire

The Ford Escort was first released as a model in Europe in 1967. One of the most iconic Ford brands on the continent, it took until 1980 before it graced the roads of North America and replaced the PR disaster that was the Pinto. The Escort, Ford's first front-wheel-drive car made in North America, was the best-selling car for most of the 1980s. It was replaced by the Focus in 2003.

1. 1981 Mini
   1981 Ford Escort
2. 1983 Peugeot 504
   1987 Porsche 959

Not many people know it, but Peugeot is the oldest car manufacturer in the world (it started producing coffee mills in 1810). One of its most popular models, the 504, was produced between 1968 and 1983 — more than 3 million 504s were produced during that period and can be found in many nations around the world.

1. 1983 Subaru Sumo
   1983 Lexus HPS
2. 1982 Toyota Camry
   1982 AMC Eagle

Powered by either a 1.0- or 1.2-Liter engine, the Sumo was a microvan released by Subaru between 1983 and 1998. With a five-speed manual gearbox, some even had the option of four-wheel drive. Its replacement, the Subaru Forester, had a larger 2.5-Liter engine and more cargo space.

1. 1983 Subaru Sumo
   1986 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen
2. 1983 Jeep DJ
   1980 Volkswagen Baja Bug

Based on the four-wheel-drive Jeep CJ series, the DJ was a two-wheel-drive variant. It was produced from 1955 until 1984. The last model was powered by an AMC straight-4 engine. It was a favorite of postal carriers in the U.S., even offering a right-hand driver's position for easier mailbox delivery.

1. 1980 Ford Pinto
   1983 Jeep DJ
2. 1983 Chevrolet Kodiak
   1982 Pontiac Fiero

Produced between 1970 and 1980, the Pinto was a Ford model in the subcompact car segment, their first model in this segment in America. It had three body styles — a two-door coupe, station wagon and a three-door hatchback. The Pinto was popular, with 3 million produced by 1980, but several fires resulting from rear-end collisions — and Ford's mishandling of the situation — left it a PR nightmare by the time it was replaced by the Escort.

1. 1980 Nissan S130
   1980 Ford Escort
2. 1980 Chevrolet Chevette
   1980 Ford Pinto

With sales of 2.8 million over a 12-year period, the Chevette served Chevrolet well in the subcompact class. In fact, in 1979 and 1980, it was the best-selling small car in the United States. Only one generation was ever available in the U.S., offering 1.4-, 1.6- and 1.9-Liter engine options.

1. 1985 Dodge Power Ram Cummins Turbo Diesel
   1980 Isuzu Trooper
2. 1982 Chevrolet Kodiak
   1985 Ford F-150

This truck was Dodge's answer to the heavy trucks of the 1980s produced by Chevrolet and Ford. It was noted for its diesel engine designed by Cummins which up to that point, had only featured in large commercial trucks. The truck proved popular and helped Dodge get some market share in the heavy truck segment.

1. 1989 Ford Tempo
   1985 Jeep XJ Cherokee
2. 1984 Audi 90 IMSA GTO
   1987 Isuzu Trooper

Also known as the Isuzu Rodeo Bighorn in Japan, the Trooper was produced over two generations from 1981 to 2002. Initially, the Trooper offered only a four-cylinder engine and a four-speed manual transmission, but later models offered more options, including a V6. The off-road credentials of the Trooper are born out by the fact that these models won a number of international off-road races.

1. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
   1986 Lamborghini LM002
2. 1988 Ford F-250
   1981 Chevrolet Kodiak

Know for their sports cars, the LM002 was a massive departure for Lamborghini. It was built between 1986 and 1993 with 328 made. The LM002 offered either a 5.2- or a 7.2-Liter V12 engine, and Pirelli was commissioned to make custom tires for the vehicle. The U.S. Army used an LM002 formerly owned by Saddam Hussein's son, Uday, to demonstrate the effects of a car bomb on a concrete barrier.

1. 1980 Rolls Royce Silver Spirit
   1981 Maserati Biturbo
2. 1989 Lexus ES
   1980 Mercedes C-Class

This four-door sedan, marketed by Lexus since 1989, is in its seventh generation and currently features in the compact-executive-car segment. It remains an excellent seller and has been the best-selling Lexus in the U.S. for more than 15 years — more than 1.5 million have been sold in the United States.

1. 1983 Subaru Sumo
   1989 Lexus ES
2. 1987 Mazda Etude
   1988 Nissan Maxima

This three-door sports coupe formed part of the Mazda fleet from 1987 to 1989. It was powered by two engine options, the top of the range being a double overhead cam 1500cc powerplant with either an automatic or manual transmission. The car never really caught on, with only 10,000 being made over its two-year lifespan.

1. 1987 Stirling 825
   1987 Fiat 900T
2. 1988 Audi Quattro
   1989 Ford Escort

Released in the United States between 1987 and 1991 by the Austin Rover Cars of North America, the Stirling 800 series was based on the Rover 800 series. Initial sales were strong but soon dipped after the car proved to be unreliable and poorly made; it became a massive flop. Rover never returned to America after 1991.

1. 1989 Lexus LF-X
   1986 Maserati 420i
2. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
   1988 McLaren MP4/4

The McLaren MP4/4 is possibly the greatest Formula 1 car ever built. Powered by a Honda V6 turbo engine, it won 15 out of 16 races when it competed in the 1988 Formula One season, giving Ayrton Senna his first world title. The MP4/4's 93.75% win rate has never been topped.

1. 1983 Peugeot 504
   1988 Holden Commodore
2. 1985 Mitsubishi Montero
   1988 Nissan Maxima

Also known as the Pajero in parts of the world, this Mitsubishi model has an excellent off-road pedigree and won the Paris-Dakar rally in 1985 in its third attempt and has won it 12 times, including seven straight wins from 2001 to 2007. Manufactured in Japan and Portugal, it remains just as popular now as it was in the 1980s.

1. 1987 Isuzu Trooper
   1982 Vauxhall Corsa
2. 1985 Honda CR-X
   1989 Holden Camira

Marketed between 1982 and 1989, the Holden Camira was a mid-sized four-door sedan or five-door station wagon based on the General Motors J-body series and was named after the Australian Aboriginal word meaning "wind.". Rust problems, along with cylinder heads prone to warping and other problems, hurt sales of the model.

1. 1984 Ford Mustang
   1989 Holden Camira
2. 1982 Mercury Monarch
   1987 Nissan Sentra

The Japanese automaker introduced the Nissan Sentra in 1982. Over the years, this vehicle, found in the compact car class, has been sold in a number of markets around the world, including America. In fact, it quickly became a top seller in the United States and in 2018, more than 200,000 units were sold. The Sentra is currently in its eighth generation.

1. 1987 Geo Prism
   1989 Vauxhall Corsa
2. 1987 Lincoln Continental
   1987 Jeep Wagoneer

First introduced in 1982, the Vauxhall Corsa is marketed as the Opel Corsa in Germany. Still in production, the Corsa is currently in its fifth generation and offers a number of engine choices, ranging from a 1.0-Liter inline-three to a 1.6-Liter turbo inline-four engine, as well as two diesel power plant options. A sixth generation is to be released in 2019 and will include an electric version.

1. 1989 Ford Super Duty
   1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
2. 1989 Vauxhall Corsa
   1983 Land Rover Defender

Based on the Wagoneer platform, the Grand Wagoneer was introduced by Jeep in 1984. By 1987, the 25th anniversary of the Wagoneer design, the Grand Wagoneer came standard with all-weather tires, air conditioning, leather bucket seats, roof racks, fog lamps and many other features. It also included a hood ornament.

1. 1989 Ford Tempo
   1987 GAZ Volga
2. 1983 Chevrolet Kodiak
   1988 Holden Barina

The Barina badge was a part of Holden's vehicle range in Australia and the surrounding region from 1985 through 2018. The sixth-generation Barina was based on the second-generation Chevrolet Aveo, a five-door hatchback, and offered a 1.6-Liter straight-four engine.

1. 1988 Alfa Romeo 2300
   1984 Peugeot 205 T16
2. 1988 Chevrolet Corsica
   1980 Dodge Colt

The Peugeot 205 T16 was designed to take part in the now-defunct Group B Rally world championship. In the hands of drivers Juha Kankkunen, Ari Vatanen and Timo Salonen, the 205 was formidable and wracked up 16 victories between 1984 and 1986.

1. 1982 Toyota Camry
   1984 Peugeot 205 T16
2. 1982 Nissan Maxima
   1985 Honda Legend

Released in the compact car market in 1982, the Toyota Camry has changed over the years, and since 1991 has found itself in the mid-size car category. In that guise, the Camry has undergone several facelifts to remain a modern offering on the dealership floor. It is an extremely popular model in the United States, selling almost 2 million units between 2014 and 2018.

1. 1985 Chevrolet Kodiak
   1982 Opel Corsa
2. 1987 Stirling 800
   1981 Toyota Chaser

Available in Japan only, the Chaser was produced between 1977 and 2001, first as a compact car and then from 1988 on as a mid-sized vehicle. The Chaser shared the same chassis with two other Toyota models, the Cressida/Mark II, and the Cresta. Thanks to its front-engined, rear-wheel-drive layout, the Chaser became a popular car to use in drifting competitions.

1. 1981 Volvo 262C
   1981 Toyota Chaser
2. 1983 Subaru Sumo
   1989 Lexus ES

Part of the Volvo 200 series, the 262C was a special edition designed with the help of Italian styling house Bertone. The mid-size luxury car was available for the period between 1978 and 1981 and was designed to compete against Cadillac and Mercedes-Benz offerings. It was only available as a coupe which featured some unique styling when compared to its counterparts in the series.

1. 1981 Volvo 262C
   1983 Peugeot 504
2. 1980 Dodge 400
   1982 Austin Mini Metro

First marketed in 1980, the Metro wore many names over the years — the Austin Mini Metro, the MG Metro, The Rover Metro and the Rover 100 — but whatever name it went by, it was a popular car in Britain, with almost 1.5 million being produced by the time the line was discontinued in 1998. Later versions of the Metro were powered by 1.1- to 1.4-Liter inline-four gas engines or a 1.5-Liter diesel inline-four engine.

1. 1982 MG Metro
   1985 Audi Quattro
2. 1985 Audi Quattro
   1981 Willys Jeep Station Wagon

Produced between 1980 and 1991, the Quattro was a two-door coupe with four-wheel drive. Later models offered a 2.2-Liter inline-five turbocharged engine. Not only was it popular with the public, but it also dominated the Rally scene in the mid-‘80s.