1. Ford
2. Chevy

The first 4x4 Bronco hit the trails in 1966 and between that year and 1977, proved to be a more than capable off-roader. Blessed with a turning circle of just 33.8 feet, thanks to a wheel base of 92-inches, later models also included a Ford V8 engine with incredible torque.

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2. Chevy

The second generation of the legendary Camaro was released by Chevrolet in 1970. The SS350 was voted one of the world’s top 10 cars by car and track magazine in 1971.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

Introduced during the fuel crisis of the '70s, the Mustang II is frowned upon for one thing - its power plant options. No longer a gas-guzzling V8 muscle car, the Mustang II now had either four- or six-cylinder engines. Mustang aficionados were not impressed.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

This full-sized station wagon was produced by Chevrolet over two periods - firstly from 1958 to 1961 and again from 1969 to 1972. It was an entry level station wagon offered by the company during both its production runs.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

As one of Chevrolet's most successful brands, the Chevelle was produced over two decades between 1963 and 1978. It included a variety of body options including station wagons, convertibles, coupes and sedans and even took part in NASCAR. The largest engine put into a Chevelle was a 454 cu in (7.4 L) Big-Block V8.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

A product of Ford Germany, the Taunus was marketed in various guises for a long period from the early 1950s onward. In the 1970s the P7 version of this vehicle, essentially a small family car, was marketed between 1968 and 1971. Interestingly, the Taunus was originally to be sold in the United States but it never was.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

Designed by Phillip T Clarke, who also helped design the Mustang, the Capri was only released in both Europe and Australia. This fastback coupe was extremely popular, with top of the range model, the Perana, powered by a 5.0-liter V8 engine

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2. Ford

There were brands for the Nova. The first was built from 1961 to 1979 and the second from 1985 to 1988. The Nova started life as a compact car but from 1985 fell into the subcompact segment.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

Although the budget friendly Ford Pinto sold well, it had a terrible secret. Thanks to the placement of its fuel tank behind the rear axle, the Pinto was a real fire hazard in a rear impact collision. Ford only fixed the problem from 1976 onward and paid some out of court settlements instead of recall. When this was found out, they were forced to recall the Pintos anyway and fix the problem.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

With sales of 2.8 million over a 12-year period, the Chevette served Chevrolet well in the subcompact class. In fact, in 1979 and 1980, it was the best selling small car in the United States.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

This light commercial van was first produced by Ford in 1965 and remains an important model in their lineup to this day. In fact, over the years, Ford has sold over 8 million Transits. Certainly, the Transit is a Ford legend.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

A utility coupe produced by Ford from 1957 to 1979, the Ranchero was actually adapted from a station wagon design. Over 500,000 Rancheros were sold in the 22 years it was produced. The '70s were served by three separate Ranchero models.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

Competing in the subcompact segment, the Vega was produced by Chevrolet between 1971 and 1977. It was available as a hatchback, wagon, notch back and panel delivery vehicle. Over 2 million Vegas were sold during its production run.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

Released in 1970, the Mach 1 was powered by a 5.7-liter V8 engine which produced just over 300 brake horsepower.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

A legendary Chevrolet name, by 1971, the Bel Air was a lower end Chevrolet model, aimed as a fleet car, for taxi fleets and police services. It was still available for retail customers who wanted a cheaper, no frills model.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

The El Camino was produced by Chevrolet between 1964 and 1987. It was available in a number of body options including as a utility vehicle. The '70s were served by third and fourth generation.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

The second generation of the Townsman station wagon was released by Chevrolet in 1969 and marketed till 1972. It was based on the Belair from the same period.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

The Cortina was a product of Ford Britain and found throughout Europe between 1962 and 1982. It was extremely popular and the top seller in the United Kingdom in the 1970s. It was replaced by another popular European Ford, the Sierra.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

The Baja Bronco was based on the race winning Ford's of off-roader, Bill Stroppe. Around 650 were produced, each custom fitted by Stroppe himself. Changes included bigger wheel arches and tires, roll cages, different lights and much more.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

Marketed in South Africa with a Chevrolet badge, the Chevair was essentially the Vauxhaul Cavalier from the United Kingdom.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

The Ford Country Squire was produced for an incredible 41 years between 1950 and 1991. It saw seven different generations at that time and was produced as both a 2-door and 4-door model

1. Chevy
2. Ford

The Ford Escort was first released as a model in Europe in 1968. One of the most iconic Ford brands on the continent, six generations were produced over a 36-year period throughout the world.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

The Chevrolet Biscayne saw four generations during the 1950s, ‘60s and '70s. The final was produced from 1971 to 1975 and only sold in Canada.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

This van was first produced in 1961. Four different generations were built up until 2014 when the brand was replaced by the new Transit. The E-Series dominated the van market in North America, claiming well over 70% market share at times.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

The early ‘70s version of the Greenbrier station wagon from Chevrolet was based on their Chevelle sedan model. This model had a range of straight-6 and V8 engines.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

The fifth generation of this classic Ford pickup was built between 1967 and 1972. Interestingly, a variant of this vehicle was still produced in Brazil in the early 2000s.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

The Ford Fairlane was produced by Ford between 1955 and 1961 in the full-sized car segment and from 1962 to 1970 in the mid-sized car segment. Over this period, seven generations were produced.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

Built between 1958 and 1971, the Galaxie was so named to take advantage of the space race between the USSR and the United States. This vehicle was in direct competition to the Chevrolet Impala.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

Although there have been seven generations of the Ford Fiesta since 1976, only two have been sold in the United States. This Ford model was first sold in Europe.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

A stalwart of the Chevy pickup fleet in the 1970s, the C30 is considered to be the first of the modern pickup trucks. It was also the first Chevy with the crew cab option, meaning the truck could easily seat six people.

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2. Chevy

The Chevrolet Monza was first introduced in 1975 and marketed until 1981. It was based on the Vega and shared many of the same parts. Marketed in the subcompact division, the Monza included a 2+2 hatchback model. Top of the range Monzas had some power thanks to a 5.7-liter V8 engine.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

Starting out in the full-sized car segment, the LTD, produced by Ford for a 24-year period between 1962 and 1986. Interestingly, for most of production run, the LTD was the largest sedan vehicle produced by Ford.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

Introduced by Chevrolet in 1970, early models of the Monte Carlo are considered to be luxury muscle cars. The 1970s were served by the three generations of the vehicle.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

Produced from 1969 to 1977, the Marverick was a compact 2- or 4-door sedan. It came with a range of power plant options, the biggest of which was a 5-liter V8.

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2. Chevy

Produced between 1960 and 2000, the C/K pickup’s third generation served a large part of the 1970s. A range of power plants were available, both gasoline- and diesel-powered. The biggest of these was the 7.4-liter gasoline 454 V8 which produced 230 brake horsepower.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

Essentially an Isuzu pickup, the LUV was marketed in North America by Chevrolet.

1. Chevy
2. Ford

The Thunderbird was originally devised by Ford to compete with the first generation Corvette. The 1971 model saw the last year of the fifth generation, with Ford introducing another two generations during the decade.

1. Ford
2. Chevy

A mid-sized car model produced by Ford from 1968 to 1976, the Torino's most popular layouts included the two-door sedan.

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2. Chevy

Competing in the compact segment, the Citation was produced by Chevrolet between 1979 and 1985.