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15 Cars From the 80s That Were Marketed as Sporty — But Really Weren’t

15. Chrysler Laser

15. Chrysler Laser
A sleek 1985 Chrysler Laser XE Turbo coupe in black, showcasing its aerodynamic design and sporty appeal. | Image from www.rawpixel.com (Creative Commons Licensed)

The Chrysler Laser, produced from 1984 to 1986, featured pop-up headlights and a digital dashboard, aiming to present a futuristic and sporty image. (hemmings.com) Despite these design elements, its performance was modest. The base model was equipped with a 2.2-liter inline-four engine producing 99 horsepower, resulting in a 0-60 mph time of approximately 10 seconds. (autodealerlocator.com) Even the turbocharged variant, with 142 horsepower, couldn’t match the performance of sportier rivals of the era. (hemmings.com)

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