Honda Accord I (SJ,SY) 1.6 EX (SY) (80 Hp)


Overall Rating

8 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.8 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 3.8 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Honda Accord:

The Honda Accord , also known as the Honda Inspire in Japan and China for certain generations, is a series of automobiles manufactured by Honda since 1976, best known for its four-door sedan variant, which has been one of the best-selling cars in the United States since 1989. The Accord nameplate has been applied to a variety of vehicles worldwide, including coupes, station wagons, hatchbacks, and a Honda Crosstour crossover....(Read more on Wikipedia)

I (SJ,SY) Overview:

Honda Accord (I (SJ,SY)). With 127 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 948 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

1.6 EX (SY) (80 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

The 1.6-liter 80 Hp engine provided adequate performance for daily driving in the 1970s, offering a good balance of power and efficiency for a compact sedan.

Fuel Economy

With a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine, this Accord offered commendable fuel economy for its era, making it an economical choice for commuters.

Best Use Case: City / Suburban Commuting

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Excellent fuel efficiency for its time
  • • Renowned Honda reliability and durability
  • • Comfortable and well-appointed interior for a compact car
  • • Practical and spacious for its class
  • • Smooth manual transmission

Cons:

  • • Lacks modern safety features and crash protection
  • • Performance is modest by today's standards
  • • Basic amenities compared to contemporary vehicles
  • • Rust susceptibility in older models (common for the era)

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Honda
Model:Accord
Generation:I (SJ,SY)
Modification (Engine):1.6 EX (SY) (80 Hp)
Start of production:1976
End of production:1981
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:80 Hp @ 5300 rpm.
Power per litre:49.9 Hp/l
Torque:127 Nm @ 3500 rpm.
Engine displacement:1602
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:77 mm
Piston Stroke:86 mm
Compression ratio:8.4:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Weight-to-power ratio:11.9 kg/Hp, 84.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.5 kg/Nm, 134 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:948
Fuel tank capacity:50 l
Size:
Length:4345 mm
Width:1620 mm
Height:1360 mm
Wheelbase:2380 mm
Front track:1400 mm
Rear (Back) track:1390 mm
Front overhang:850 mm
Rear overhang:1115 mm
Ride height (ground clearance):165 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear suspensionMcPherson

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