The 80s cars that we idolised

The 80s cars that we idolised revisits how iconic 1980s vehicles captured the decade’s cultural mood, focusing on models that have become enthusiast benchmarks. The article highlights the Porsche 944, noting that after Porsche sold more than 150,000 924s between 1976 and 1986, the 944 launched in 1982 with a more driver-oriented approach. It lists variants including the 944 2.5, 944 S, 944 2.7, 944 S2, S2 cabriolet, and the top-line Turbo, and says production ran until 1991 with 173,238 units sold. The BMW M3 E30 is described with a 200bhp 2.3-litre four-cylinder, a five-speed gearbox, 0-62 mph in 7.0 seconds, and 146 mph top speed, plus an approximately 1,200 kg weight. The piece also discusses the Audi Quattro’s 23 world rally championships and the Peugeot 205 GTi’s 1984 debut, though details end mid-sentence.