The History Of The Honda Accord

The History of the Honda Accord Initially available exclusively as a three-door hatchback, the first iteration of the Accord had a 1.6-liter, 68 horsepower CVCC four-cylinder engine and cost $3,995. With a host of standard features that included an AM/FM stereo, remote rear hatch release and rear window wiper/defroster, the Accord offered tremendous value and an entirely modern package. First Generation 1976-1981 1970 1980 The addition of fuel injection in 1985 on the SEi model brought another power increase, up to a full 101 horses. Meanwhile, fuel consumption was better than ever, registering 29/40 in city/highway driving, respectively. Second Generation 1982-1985 The 1986 model year was larger than its predecessor, but it was also sportier-looking and acting. Multiple trim levels were available and a hatchback version was phased out for a two-door coupe, the first Honda to be produced entirely in the U.S. Third Generation 1986-1989 2000 1990 Fifth Generation Fourth Generation 1994-1997 1990-1993 More interior room, a longer wheelbase, and a 2.2-liter 4-cylinder motor with the now-famous Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC) technology marked the introduction of the all-new fifth generation Accord in 1994. The wheelbase and overall length grew yet again, making the Accord a true midsized sedan. A wagon model sat alongside the coupe and sedan variants in showrooms, while a new 2.2-liter engine produced an even 130 horsepower. 2010 The coupe was designed, developed, and engineered by Honda's American Research and Development department, and represented a the most dramatic departure from the Accord yet seen, both in styling and underneath the skin. Dual front airbags were now standard equipment with optional side airbags available, and by 2000 Honda had also developed its first Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle Accord for the Californian market. Sixth Generation 1998-2002 Today Seventh Generation Today 2008-Present 2003-2007 For the 2003 model year, Honda stuck with a strategy that had been a winner for the previous six generations: make the new car bigger and more powerful. Again, the Accord was redesigned to offer more room, new styling, and a brawnier powerplant. This time, Honda went a bit more aggressive with the styling, with the sedan borrowing a few design cues from the previous Acura TL. The new Accord coupe was more daring, with its sleek look giving it the presence of a more upscale sport coupe. The Accord Through the Years First Generation Second Generation Third Generation Fourth Generation Fifth Generation Sixth Generation Seventh Generation 2008- Present Sources http://w.netotrend.comkatures2.0108.honda accordhistornytonda, ccondhistoryhtnl http://wwedmunds.con/hondal arordhistoryhtni Joyce Koons honda ENationalPositions Pratitable teternet Marketing