8th May 2015, 03:06
Toyota has skimped on a lot more than the interior.
To name a few: engine sludge, premature frame rot, transmission computers, cam shafts that break in half, and ABS failure on certain models. It's not like every single Toyota has these various problems, BUT they were unheard of in the '80s and '90s, not to mention the recall fiasco a few years back.
As far as GM in the '80s, I think you are selling them short. The first wave of front-drive models were all under-engineered, but improved over the years; it was almost a 50/50 shot that you got a junk, or a decent car. On the other hand if you had a mid-size or full-size body on frame (the cars GM knew how to build), you were in good hands.
16th May 2015, 04:14
0-60 in 6.5 seconds can't match the '87 Regal turbo GNX's 5 seconds.
6th May 2015, 08:18
That's if you stay stock. For under 2k you can put in a Hotchkis suspension to made your old muscle car handle like a new one. Or put a Gen 3 crate in. I think your 0-60 times are low, especially with a W-30 option. We just did a 57 Chevrolet with modern fuel injection and added air. But again this is a simple family sedan review. There are sports sedans out there. If you are going in that direction, you may want to look at BMW, Audi, and Acura with more performance and refined suspension options. Not just geared for a soft ride.