6. Toyota Celica GT-S
The Toyota Celica GT-S, introduced in the early 1980s, featured pop-up headlights and rally-inspired marketing, aiming to appeal to performance enthusiasts. (en.wikipedia.org) However, its 2.0-liter inline-four engine produced 135 horsepower, resulting in a 0-60 mph time of 11.8 seconds. (hemmings.com) The soft suspension further compromised its handling, making it less competitive against sportier rivals of the era. (motortrend.com)