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About This Quiz
Trucks can travel to places that cars only dream about. And those destinations, as well as the look and styling of '70s trucks, excited the senses back them. That feeling was kicked up a notch when the government standards imposed on cars didn't apply to trucks. To spark your memory, in the 1970s, the government instituted safety, emissions, and fuel-economy standards for automakers. However, many of the government standards either didn't apply to trucks or weren't as strict, (or as M.C. Hammer would say, "you can't touch this") so trucks ruled the road. For that reason and others, car enthusiasts in the 1970s turned to trucks, and some never came back.Â
The West Coast crowd was particularly inspired by the small, compact trucks that offered good gas mileage and went anywhere in style. During the gas crisis of 1973, many Americans were lucky to be cruising the streets in Datsun 521s and getting better gas mileage than a '69 Camaro. It's not surprising that starting as early as 1959, many Americans had started picking up small compact trucks to do daily chores and use as workhorses.Â
Whether you were simply on trend during the '70s, a truck enthusiast or simply enjoy driving the best vehicles out there, you're sure to be able to identify these trucks. Find out now by taking a test drive with this quiz.
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This '70s truck should be easy to recognize. What's its name?
Chevrolet Longhorn
Ford F350 Super Camper Special
International Harvester Travelall
Subaru BRAT
When it was introduced in 1978, Subaru probably didn’t realize it had an instant classic on its hands. The BRAT stood for Bi-drive Recreational All-Terrain. In other words, a fun vehicle. It was unique in that it had a T-top, a spare tire under the hood (resting above the air intake), and little spring loaded side steps.
Greg Gjerdingen via Wiki Commons
What was the name of this '70s classic?
Dodge Warlock
Chevy LUV
Datsun 620
Jeep J-Series pickup
Jeep’s longest-running pickup, the J-series, hit the road in 1963 and kept driving until 1987. The Jeep name stood the test of time as it passed from Kaiser to AMC and, 17 years later, to Chrysler.
Wiki commons
Another recognizable one. What's the name of this vehicle?
Chevrolet Longhorn
Datsun 620
This short-bed mini truck was introduced for the 1972 model year, and continued with different versions until 1979. Along the way, an extended cab model was added and engines grew in size.
Ford F350 Super Camper Special
Ford Bronco Freewheelin’ Package
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Trucks, trucks and more trucks. Can you name this one?
Chevy LUV
The LUV was cheap, dependable, easy to work on and had a good run of model years. Its good looks were​ only surpassed by the simple maintenance manual it had. You were lucky if you grabbed one of these for your off-the-road travels.
Ford Ranchero 6th-gen
Ford Bronco
Chevrolet Longhorn
Outdoorsmen_DIY via Youtube
Were you driving this truck in the '70s? Either way, what's its make and model?
Ford F350 Super Camper Special
Dodge Warlock
Chevrolet Longhorn
Fitting snugly into the camping scene, the Longhorn offered a rare, 8-1/2-foot bed pickup and a wooden bed floor. It had character and durability, but unfortunately, was made only until 1972.
Ford Ranchero 6th-gen
sv1ambo via Wiki Commons
Wearing bell bottoms during the '70s? Then you'll know the name of this truck. What make and model is it?
International Harvester Travelall
Ford F-Series
Dodge Warlock
Ford Ranchero 6th-gen
The Ranchero was one of the coolest things Ford made in the '70s, especially since the Ford Ranchero could be ordered in the same performance trim as the Torino of the day, a Cobra Jet, a four-speed, body graphics, scooped hood, and those great Magnum 500 wheels. Gotta love it!
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Unless you were a truck enthusiast in the '70s, it might be hard to name this one. What's the make and model?
Ford Explorer
Ford F-Series Ranger 4x4
International Harvester Travelall
To compete in the camping craze that had hit America, the International Harvester Travelall had a bed designed to pull a camper. The Travelall was known for its cargo capacity and ability to go just about anywhere, while carrying the entire family, a picnic, bicycles, and whatever else you could fit!
Datsun 620
RamblinAround via Youtube
Did this truck enchant you in the '70s? What's its name?
Datson 620
Ford Courier
Dodge Warlock
The Dodge Warlock, a factory custom pickup influenced by the boogie van craze, was easily recognized by its gold pin-striping inside and out, custom wheels and factory-custom bucket seat interior. Far out man!
Ford F350 Super Camper Special
JOHN LLOYD via Wiki Commons
What's the name of this truck?
Toyota Hilux Pickup
Toyota didn’t sell a “compact†truck to compete directly against the Datsun until the Hilux arrived. The '75 Toyota Hilux Pickup was a rugged little truck that came standard with a four-speed transmission.
Ford Bronco Freewheelin’ Package
Mazda B-series
Ford F350 Super Camper Special
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Black Cloud Battalion via Youtube
Keep on truckin'. What's the make and model of this one?
Datsun Lil' Hustler truck
This compact pickup truck made by Nissan in Japan was a bare-bones truck that featured a shorter bed when compared to the regular cab. Although a strong seller in the '70's, 1982 was its last year in production.
Toyota Stout 1900
Mazda B-series
Ford Explorer
Youtube
Take a ride with this truck back to the '70s. What's its name?
Mazda Rotary
Toyota Stout 1900
The Toyota Stout 1900 was the first “mid-size†truck. The Stout was built as a rugged truck. It was known for being simple, solid and well made, similar to the Toyota Hilux Pickup.
Ford Explorer
Ford Bronco
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Did you head out in this truck to watch "Saturday Night Fever"? Either way, what's the make and model?
Mazda B1800
Chevy LUV
Ford Bronco
The Bronco has long been valued by enthusiasts as a rugged off-roader. The Bronco was more maneuverable, smoother-riding, and could carry a heavier load compared to the competition.
Datsun 620
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BC Jr via Youtube
It's the simplest name here - what is the make and model of this truck?
Toyota Truck
Toyota and Nissan pickups were on the market in the '70s but they had no names at all. In car magazines and buying guides, they were called the Toyota truck or the Nissan truck -- lower case included. The new Toyota Truck at the time (1975-1978) sported a new design. It was also larger than its predecessor, and had a slightly bigger engine.
Dodge Ramcharger
GMC V3500 Crew Cab 4X4
Toyota FJ-40
Riley via Wiki Commons
Some of you were listening to Donna Summer's "Love to Love You Baby" in this '70s truck - What's the make and model?
Chevy Silverado
Mazda Rotary
Toyota Tacoma
Mazda B-series
Mazda’s B-Series came to the U.S. in the early ’70s. In 1986, it hit its stride, and the fourth-generation truck was praised for its good handling, comfortable interior, and was considered to be one of the most refined small trucks on the market.
Mr.choppers via Wiki Commons
This one may be tough to recognize. What's the name of this truck?
Chevrolet Suburban
International Scout II
You know your truck model was popular when over a half-million were produced between the 1960s and the 1970s. The International Harvester Scout was one of the favorites on the road in the four-wheel-drive category.
Chevy Silverado
Ford Baja Bronco
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Only truck enthusiasts will know this one. What's the make and model?
Toyota FJ-40
GMC Caballero
Ford Baja Bronco
You were at the peak of coolness if you drove the limited edition Baja Broncos. This powerful truck with a myriad of enhancements fueled the rise of the off-road scene in the '70s. Not unexpectedly, they still are hot today.
Chevy Silverado
Wiki Commons
What's the make and model of this truck?
Chevy C-10 Pickup Truck
This "everyman​" pickup truck was leaps and bounds ahead of prior models in terms of style and drivability. The Chevy C-10 Pick Up Truck had easier accessibility because it was closer to the ground (so you didn't have to haul yourself up to get in!). It also featured an optional coil-spring rear suspension decades before anyone else.
Dodge Power Wagon Top Hand
Toyota FJ-40
Plymouth Trail Duster
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This one is a rare breed. Which one is the correct make and model?
Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck
Plymouth Trail Duster
Mazda B1800
Dodge Power Wagon Top Hand
If you're a truck enthusiast, you would want this added to your collection. The Top Hand is a four-wheel-drive Dodge truck that came with numerous bolt-on goodies from Hickey's catalog, including the brush guard and roll bar. Why so rare? Fewer than 500 were made, and only a handful remain in good condition.
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There weren't that many around, but you may recognize it. What's the name of this '70s truck?
Ford F350 Super Camper Special
Datsun N521
Mazda Rotary
This rare truck was introduced in 1974 with only 15,000 produced. The Mazda Rotary had a very distinct look, including a special front grille and tailgate. These trucks actually didn't sell too well and were redesigned in 1977.
Chevy LUV
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The Bee Gees were all over the radio when this truck was popular. What's the make and model of this truck?
Ford F-250 "Highboy"
This is one of the toughest-looking Ford trucks of all time. It had an ultra-rugged drive train that sat a few inches taller than the 3/4-ton trucks from GM, Dodge, and Jeep. This heavy-duty pickup truck has started to "pick up" ​interest among truck collectors.
GMC Caballero
Ford F-Series,
Chevy Silverado
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If you want unique, here it is. What's the name of this truck?
Dodge Lil' Red Express Truck
A rare breed, this Lil' Red Express Truck released by Dodge in 1978 was not only a real looker but a real performer. In 1978, the Dodge Lil' Red Express was the fastest American-made vehicle from 0 to 100 MPH as tested by Car and Driver magazine.
Toyota Truck
Ford F-Series
Toyota Tacoma
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Greg Gjerdingen via Wiki Commons
Lookin' recognizable? What's the name of this truck?
Ford Courier
Toyota Truck
Mazda B-Series
GMC Sprint/Caballero
From 1971 to 1987, there were fewer than 75,000 GMC Sprint/Caballeros produced (total of just over 1 million vehicles sold). GMC had only 7 percent of total production, which is why the GMC Sprint/Caballero is a really rare find.
Mr.choppers via Wiki Commons
Easy to park, easy to drive. What's the name of this truck?
Ford Courier
Tapping their partnership with Ford, Mazda in Japan built the Courier to compete with the rising popularity of mini trucks in the ’70s. The car was well-built and designed and was a common sight on the roads until the mid-’90s​.
Chevrolet LUV
Chevy Colorado
Dodge Warlock
MegaChad1973 via Youtube
What's the name of this award-winning truck?
Jeep J-Series pickup
Subaru BRAT
Toyota 4 X 4
The 1979 model changes for the Toyota truck included four wheel drive which divided the Toyota truck into two separate product lines, one for the 4 X 2 and one for the 4 X 4. The brand new four-wheel-drive model was a huge hit, winning the “4WD of the Year†award by Pickup, Van and 4WD as well as other awards.
Dodge Power Wagon Top Hand
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Get your fun on with this one. What's its name?
Dodge Rampage
Ford Bronco Sport
In 1969, the Sport models had aluminum door panel trim, pleated parchment interior, a rear floor mat when the rear seat was ordered, plus the steering stabilizer became a standard feature. By 1970, this package was so popular, the Bronco Sport became a model rather than an option package.
International Scout II
Ford F-150 Ranger XLT Super Cab
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If you saw this truck in your rearview mirror, what would you call it?
Toyota Truck
Mazda B-Series
Plymouth Trail Duster
Chevrolet C30 One-Ton Dually
Many consider this vehicle the first modern heavy-duty, pick-up truck. Aerodynamic, with the ability to seat six, it was one popular truck in the '70s. Not only was this the first Chevy truck to use curved side glass, it also came equipped with a radio antennae integrated into the windshield glass. Very innovative!
Youtube
This one may be hard to recall. What's its name?
Toyota Truck
Plymouth Trail Duster
OK, maybe it was a little more than a rebadged Dodge Ramcharger, but the Trail Duster was a favorite for those who remember them. Although the Ramcharger won out, both were introduced by Chevrolet to compete with the off-road convertible-SUV segments that were hot and getting hotter in the '70s.
Dodge Power Wagon Top Hand
Chevrolet Longhorn
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Classic Corner Garage via Youtube
This model has been around for a while. What's its name?
Chevrolet Blazer
For those who loved the wind in their hair, the Blazer, essentially a shorted pickup truck (to increase interior space) was available with a “full convertible†top that was removable. The Chevrolet Blazer was on the road for a long time, from 1969 to 1994.
Toyota Land Cruiser
Jeepster Commando pick-up truck
Dodge Ramcharger
YouTube
Can you name this truck?
GMC Jimmy
Jeep Honcho
Do you remember the advertising for this baby? "Honcho means boss... and Honcho is macho. And that means brawny, powerful and tough." Jeep produced fewer than 1,500 Honcho Sportsides, so owning one is a collector's dream. The Honcho was based on the J-10, Jeep's J-series.
Toyota FJ-40
Ford F350 Super Camper Special
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There were some rare and rowdy trucks in the '70s. What is the name of this one?
Dodge Macho Power Wagon
In the 1970s, Dodge launched a Macho version of the Power Wagon that drew rave reviews from 4X4 fans. The fan base grew even more due to the long-running hit TV series, "Simon and Simon," and the starring role of the long-bed model.
Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen
Chevrolet Suburban
International Scout II
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Truck aficionados might be able to get this one. What's the name of this truck?
Toyota FJ43
1977 GMC Indy 500
Another rare one for you. In 1977 GMC was the official truck of the Indy 500. To commemorate the occasion, GMC made special edition pickups that caught your attention and kept it. How could you look away? A sharp black and white paint job, deep front spoilers, big wide raised white letter tires with red pin-striping.
Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen
GMC V3500 Crew Cab 4X4
Youtube via Jonathon Ward
What's the name of this one?
Chevrolet Suburban
Mazda B-Series
Jeep J-Series pickup
Toyota FJ40
From 1960 until 1984, the FJ40 impressed buyers with its​ reliability, sturdiness and off-road capabilities. One of the key features that made it so popular was the folding seats behind the front seats, making it easier to carry passengers or cargo.
TheChevyclassics1 via Youtube.com
This truck may look familiar to you. What's its make and model?
GMC V3500 Crew Cab 4X4
General Motors completely revamped its full-size pickups for 1973. A four-door (Crew Cab) model was now available, built on a long 164.5-inch wheelbase. The redesigned interior featured a dash angled slightly toward the driver with full-time four-wheel-drive available.
Mazda B1800
Ford Ranchero 6th-gen
GMC Jimmy
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MotoeXotica Classic Cars via Youtube
Which rugged truck is this?
Ford Ranchero 6th-gen
Dodge Power Wagon Top Hand
Ford Bronco Sport Special Decor Group
One of the last special factory variations for the classic Bronco was the ’76-’77 Special Decor Group option for the Base or Sport Bronco. It added an exterior stripe in white, black, or yellow, and was color-keyed to the body color. The grille was blacked out, the top was painted body color, and the package included Sport Wheel covers.
Mazda B1800
Aumann Vintage Power via Youtube
What is this fun-times truck called?
Ford F350 Super Camper Special
Ford saw a need in the market, and decided to fill it with the 1973 F350 SRW (single rear wheel) pickup. If you ordered the Camper Special package on an F350 SRW it became a Super Camper Special which was designed for the much heavier slide-in campers coming on the market at that time.
Datsun N521
Toyota Hi-Lux
Ford Courier
Wiki Commons By Mr.Chopper
Groove to Abba and try to remember the make and model of this vehicle. What is it?
Dodge Power Wagon
Ford Custom
The fifth generation of the Ford F-Series contained a line of pickup trucks with a choice of trim levels. The photo above shows the Ford Custom with the round headlight design and an all-business look.
Toyota 4Runner
Dodge Rampage
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Name this one if you can. What's the make and model?
Ford F-Series SuperCab
Sometimes competition sharpens our focus. And when it came to Ford needing to respond to Dodge's pioneering 1973 extended-cab pickup, the SuperCab was born. It joined the F-Series roster in June 1974. The 22-inch-long extension was large enough to accommodate an optional forward-facing bench or side-facing jump seats.
Chevrolet Suburban
GMC Syclone
Ford Super Duty
Brian Toad Photography via Wiki Commons
You can guess the name of this one blindfolded, right? Go on, what's the make and model?
Ford Ranchero Squire
The 1970 Ford Ranchero pickup truck was restyled to include pointed front-fender tips, a sharp full-length mid body crease, and an egg crate grille. The Squire model was decked out in simulated wood trim as well.
GMC Syclone
Plymouth Trail Duster
Subaru Baja
Worldwide Vintage Autos via Youtube.com
We're nearing the end of the quiz. What's the name of this truck?
Chevrolet Suburban
The Chevrolet Suburban didn't get four real passenger doors until the boxy 1973 model arrived, but that square-fendered Suburban stayed on the market for almost 20 years! Suburbans could be optioned with big-block 454 V-8s and tow 10,000 pounds—perfect for ranchers. Plus the C-10 & C-20 panel truck models were available for commercial purposes.
GMC Caballero
Mazda B1800
Ford F-100 "Shorty Flareside"
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RamblinAround via Youtube
Here's your last question. What's the name of this truck?
Toyota FJ43
Mazda B-series
Ford F-100 "Shorty Flareside"
If you're looking for flashy graphics and lots of accessory choices, the Ford F-100 "Shorty Flareside" was THE truck to drive in the '70s. This four-wheel-drive was aimed at younger buyers who wanted to personalize their truck.
GMC Caballero
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