The Chevrolet Vega, which debuted in 1970 as a 1971 model, signaled a new path for Chevrolet in the subcompact market, which had previously been dominated by European imports and other American vehicles such as the Ford Pinto and AMC Pacer.
A Look Back At The Chevrolet Vega
The Chevrolet Vega wasn’t quick, but it was stylish, handled well, and came with the General Motor’s “Mark of Excellence.”