Highly praised for the unprecedented refinemente of its aerodynamics, the new 100 won the award and gave Audi a big impulsion in its trajectory as an specialist manufacturer.

R9 was not the first modern, compact car from Renault, but this 4-door saloon had a much better acceptation than R14 hatchback.

For a totally new model with transversal engine and front wheel drive, Ford choosed to keep a famous name identified with rear wheel drive and big success in racing/rallying scene.