Ford Bronco
Everything started in the mid-’60s when Ford realized the market for compact SUVs was emerging. Ford invested a lot of effort and money into constructing the Bronco. Finally, it was equipped with straight six and V8 engines, giving it enough power and performance. The name was perfect since a Bronco is a young and powerful horse. It resonated perfectly with people who needed utilitarian vehicles for farms or with hunters (via Bronco Tuned).
The Bronco was very compact, which helped it be very maneuverable on and off the road. That made this Ford quite capable when the asphalt ended and trails began. The small dimensions mean the interior was cramped. But buyers loved it nonetheless and sales numbers went through the roof.