Tag: 1990s

Audi 100 (1968-1994)

The Audi 100 was an E-segment / executive car. There were four generations, known internally as C1 to C4. in 1994 the Audi 100 was renamed the A6.

Audi 80 (1972-1996)

B1 (1972-1978)

The B1 Audi 80 was manufactured between 1972 and 1978.

B2 (1978-1986)

B4 (1991-1996)

Dodge Omni (1978-1990)

The Dodge Omni (and Plymouth Horizon) was a five-door hatchback for the North American market. It was designed together with the Chrysler-Simca (later Talbot) Horizon. For the American market the front suspension was changed from torsion bar to McPherson struts. The Dodge and Plymouth models were fitted with a Volkswagen 1700 cc engine, suitably modified by Chrysler, as the European Simca engines were deemed too puny.

Ford Escort (Europe) (1975-2000)

Ford Escort Mk II (1975-1980)

The Mark II Escort was developed by Ford of Britain and Ford Germany.

VW Transporter (Bulli) Type 2 (1949 to date)

The transporter, bus or Bulli as it is known in Germany, has gained cult status. The Dutch VW importer, Ben Pon, is said to have made the first sketches for the Transporter. There have been 6 generations up to 2021, known as T1 to T6.

VW Transporter

VW Bulli

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TVR Chimaera (1993-2003)

Morris Mini (1959-2000)

Initially called the Morris Mini-Minor, the Mini soon became a smash hit all over the world. Its innovative hydrolastic suspension provided superb roadholding, if a little harsh.

MG Montego (1984-1991)

1985 saloon UK
MG Montego

More badge-engineering from Austin-Morris

This car could be had in an all-white livery with accompanying red instruments. The turbo version had a logo on the seat backs. Power is from a 2-litre O-series fuel injected engine. Power steering was standard on the Turbo.

MG Turbo Montego
1985 Montego 2000 Efi

Jaguar XJ Series 1, 2 and 3 (1968–1992)

XJ6 series 1 (1968-1974)

The XJ6 of 1968 was a replacement for both the large Mark X and the Mark II saloons. It was low and sleek and exceptionally well refined. The 4.2 litre engine was essentially the same as the Mark X unit, but a new 2.8 litre engine was also offered. Most XJ6s were fitted with automatic transmission, although a manual gearbox was offered.

XJ6 series 2 (1974-1979)

It was updated in 1974 as the series 2. Identifiable by the lower grille and higher bumpers. The series III came out in the 1979. The design work was done by Pininfarina. By this time overall build quality was something of an issue. Things improved however, in 1980 and by 1986, when the series came to an end, quality was back at the original high level.

XJ6 series 3 (1979-1992)

The car received a facelift in 1979

1968 Jaguar XJ6
Specification
Jaguar XJ6 (4.2 litre)

Engine
Straight 6, 4235 cc

Power
245 bhp @ 5500 rpm

Transmission
3-speed automatic

Chassis
Unitary construction

Suspension
Independent front and rear

Brakes
Girling disc

Top speed
193 km/h

Acceleration
0-96 km/h: 10.1 s