* Honda Accord: The Accord's combination of reliability, fuel efficiency, and practicality made it a huge success, particularly as fuel prices remained relatively high throughout much of the decade.
* Chevrolet Camaro/Pontiac Firebird: These muscle cars, though downsized from their 70s counterparts, remained extremely popular, particularly amongst younger buyers. Their sporty image and relatively affordable prices contributed to their success.
* Ford F-Series: The Ford F-Series pickup trucks consistently ranked as best-selling vehicles throughout the 1980s and beyond. Their practicality and workhorse reputation made them a staple.
* Chevrolet Silverado: Similar to the F-Series, the Chevy Silverado (though the branding evolved slightly throughout the decade) was a consistently strong seller in the pickup truck market.
* Toyota Corolla: Another incredibly popular model thanks to its reputation for reliability, fuel efficiency, and affordability. It consistently ranked highly in sales charts.
It's important to note that popularity varied by region and demographic. While the above models consistently ranked highly nationally, specific models might have been more or less prevalent depending on location and buyer preferences. For example, some smaller Japanese cars were more popular in certain areas.
