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Honda Accord: A Brief History - Ideal Engines

In 1976 the Honda car company released its first version of the Honda Accord.The very first generation was launched as a three door hatch back model and ran from 1976 through 1981. The car itself was slightly bigger than the Honda civic and was geared towards individuals who wanted a mid sized vehicle with good gas mileage.This was the first Japanese smaller vehicle designed with features like a tachometer, intermittent wipers, an am/fm radio and cloth seats as standard equipment.

In 1982 Honda released the second generation Accord. This generation ran from 1982-1985 coupled with a far more modernized interior and exterior in comparison with earlier models. Mechanically this version was much like earlier versions. The newest revisions included the use of shag carpet, new velour cabin trim together with chrome accents. Because of its time that it was referred to as probably the most reliable engines in the world.

The third generation from the Accord came in 1986 and ran till 1989. This generation saw a revamp from the exterior design taking key traits in the Honda Prelude like flip up headlamps, along with a stylised rear tail light cluster design. This generation was the first one to add a double wishbone suspension both in the front and rear from the vehicle offering four wheel independent suspension which greatly improved stability and handling while driving.

The fourth generation from the Accord was brought in to the fall into line in 1990 and ran until 1993. This generation was bigger than previous offerings and incorporated interior and exterior design changes to create the vehicle look and feel sleeker than previous offerings.

The fifth generation from the Accord was released in 1994 and ran until 1997. The group of revisions with this model change included more rounded bumpers, modified front fascia and new signal lights in front and rear to provide the automobile a softer feel and look.

The sixth generation from the Accord was released in 1997 and ran till 2002. The Accord was now available both in standard models and new performance versions too offering new engines, alloy wheels as well as an assortment of other additions to add flash and style to an otherwise subdued vehicle. Coming equipped as standard with ABS brakes, security systems, engine immobilizers and ac.

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The seventh generation from the Accord was released in 2003 and ran until 2007. The automobile was made slightly bigger than its previous offering and also included a stronger power plant to move the additional weight. The 4 door sedan was directed at individuals who wanted comfort space and also performance making it hugely successful.

The eight and final generation of the Accord was launched in 2008 and is still in production now. With smooth sporty lines and dependable fuel efficient engines along with comfort and high end styling queues these vehicles are difficult to conquer. Honda seems to prove again and again so good looks together with dependable performance is a winning combination.

Engines available by generation:

First generation:

   1.6L-EL1
   1.8L-EK1

Second generation:

   1.6L-EL1
   1.6L-EZ
   1.8L-EK1
   1.8L-ES2
   1.8L-ES3

Third generation:

   6L-A16A
   8L-A18A
   8L-B18A
   0L-A20A/A20A2
   0L-A20A3/A20A4
   0L-B20A
   0L-B20A2
   0L-B20A8

Fourth generation:

   2.0L-F20A
   2.2L-F22A

Fifth generation:

   1.8L-F18B
   2.0L-F20B
   2.2L-F22A3
   2.2L-F22B
   2.2L-F22B1
   2.2L-F22B2
   2.2L-H22A
   2.7L-C27A4

Sixth generation:

   2.0L-F20B5
   2.3L-F23A1
   2.3L-F23A4
   2.3L-F23A5
   3.0L-J30A1

Seventh generation:

   2.0L-K20A
   3.0L-J30A4