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Honda Accord IV (CB3,CB7) 1.8 (105 Hp)
Overall Rating
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)
IV (CB3,CB7) Overview:
Honda Accord (IV (CB3,CB7)). With 143 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11 l/100km). Weighing only 1150 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 178 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 (105 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily commuting and city driving, but feels underpowered on highways or with a full load.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for its time, making it a cost-effective option for basic transportation.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional Honda reliability and build quality
- • Spacious and comfortable interior for its class
- • Refined ride and handling characteristics
- • Good range of engines, including strong performance options
- • Excellent fuel economy for the era
Cons:
- • Safety features are dated by modern standards
- • Base engines can feel underpowered
- • Exterior styling might be considered conservative by some
- • Lack of modern amenities and technology
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Wagon CA5: 1987 - 1989).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Accord |
| Generation: | IV (CB3,CB7) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (105 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 105 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 56.8 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 143 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1850 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.5 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.3 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 178 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11 kg/Hp, 91.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 124.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1150 |
| Max. weight: | 1740 |
| Max load: | 590 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 448 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4685 mm |
| Width: | 1695 mm |
| Height: | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2720 mm |
| Front track: | 1475 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1480 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 165/80 SR14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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