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Honda Accord IV (CB3,CB7) 2.0 16V (90 Hp)
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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 149 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1220 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.9 s). The top speed reaches 184 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.
2.0 16V (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This variant is notably underpowered for a 2.0L, struggling with acceleration and highway cruising, requiring the engine to work harder.
Fuel Economy
Despite lower power, fuel economy is not significantly better than the 110 Hp version due to the engine's constant effort.
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 (CA4,CA5): 1987 - 1989).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Accord |
| Generation: | IV (CB3,CB7) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 16V (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 45.1 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 149 Nm @ 2700 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 1996 |
| 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: | 3.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 184 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.6 kg/Hp, 73.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.2 kg/Nm, 122.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1220 |
| Max. weight: | 1740 |
| Max load: | 520 |
| 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 | Ventilated discs [Best 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 | 185/70 HR 14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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