Automotive Landscape of 1982
A look at models launched in 1982
- Apr 2: Falklands War and Military Logistics – The conflict in the South Atlantic highlights the crucial tactical role of rugged four-wheel-drive utility vehicles, military transport aircraft, and naval logistics.
- Jun 14: DeLorean Motor Company Receivership – John DeLorean's stainless steel, gull-wing sports car company enters receivership in Northern Ireland following financial struggles and a high-profile drug sting operation.
- Oct 1: Sony CD Player and Car Audio Revolution – The introduction of the compact disc sets the technological foundation for future digital in-car entertainment systems, replacing traditional cassette decks and vinyl.
- Dec 2: First Artificial Heart and Medical Vans – Advanced surgical milestones coincide with continued improvements in specialized ambulance suspension and life-support vehicle engineering.
US
Ford Sierra
Hatchback
POWER
150 HP
RARITY
500,000 Sold
US
Nissan Micra
K10
POWER
60 HP
RARITY
300,000 Sold
US
Chevrolet Camaro
Z28 (3rd Gen)
POWER
165 HP
RARITY
189,747 Sold
US
Pontiac Firebird
Trans Am (3rd Gen)
POWER
165 HP
RARITY
116,362 Sold
US
Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera
Front-Wheel Drive
POWER
112 HP
RARITY
100,000 Sold
EUROPE
BMW 3 Series
E30 318i
POWER
170 HP
RARITY
2,339,251 Sold
EUROPE
Citroën BX
Hatchback
POWER
126 HP
RARITY
2,315,739 Sold
EUROPE
Mercedes-Benz 190 Class
W201 "Baby Benz"
POWER
122 HP
RARITY
1,879,629 Sold
EUROPE
Audi 100
C3 (Aero)
POWER
165 HP
RARITY
1,078,443 Sold
EUROPE
Porsche 944
Base Coupe
POWER
163 HP
RARITY
163,192 Sold
EUROPE
Lotus Excel
Grand Tourer
POWER
160 HP
RARITY
2,159 Sold
ASIA
Nissan Sentra
B11 Series
POWER
85 HP
RARITY
500,000 Sold
ASIA
Mitsubishi Pajero
First Gen 4WD
POWER
103 HP
RARITY
300,000 Sold
ASIA
Toyota Camry
V10 Series
POWER
120 HP
RARITY
250,000 Sold