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Honda Inspire Accord Inspire (CB5) AZ-i 2.0 (160 Hp)
Overall Rating
Honda Inspire:
The Honda Inspire is a mid-size sedan derived from the Honda Accord chassis. The first Inspire debuted in late 1989 as the Accord Inspire, a sister nameplate to the Honda Vigor. It was sold at different retail channels in Japan, known as Honda Verno for the Vigor/Saber, and as the Inspire at Honda Clio stores.
In 1995, the Inspire was updated and exported to the US as the Acura 3. 2 TL, while the Vigor nameplate was replaced with the Honda Saber. The longitudinal 2. 5L straight-five engine layout and platform remained and was sold as the Acura 2. 5 TL....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Accord Inspire (CB5) Overview:
Honda Inspire (Accord Inspire (CB5)). With 186 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1270 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.
AZ-i 2.0 (160 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The G20A 2.0L inline-5 offers impressive 160 Hp for its era, providing smooth and responsive acceleration with a distinctive engine note, making it engaging to drive.
Fuel Economy
With a combined 9.6 l/100 km, fuel economy is respectable for a performance-oriented 2.0L engine from the late 80s, especially considering its power output.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unique and smooth G20A inline-5 engine
- • Impressive power output for its time (160 Hp)
- • Refined ride quality with double wishbone suspension
- • Distinctive and elegant styling
- • Reputable Honda reliability and build quality
Cons:
- • Fuel economy is average by modern standards
- • Limited parts availability for a niche model in some regions
- • Safety features are basic compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Rear legroom might be tighter than some larger rivals
- • Automatic transmission slightly dulls performance
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV (UC1, facelift 2005): November, 2005 - November, 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | Inspire |
| Generation: | Accord Inspire (CB5) |
| Modification (Engine): | AZ-i 2.0 (160 Hp) |
| Start of production: | October, 1989 |
| End of production: | December, 1991 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 6700 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 80.2 Hp/l [165mm less] |
| Torque: | 186 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G20A More details about the engine G20A |
| Engine displacement: | 1996 |
| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.6 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.9 kg/Hp, 126 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.8 kg/Nm, 146.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1270 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4690 mm mm [165mm less] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [125mm less] |
| Height: | 1355 mm mm [100mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2805 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Front track: | 1465 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 155 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| 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 | Disc [above average] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/70 R14 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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