Honda Accord 1993

Overview

The fourth generation of the Honda Accord is a compact car manufactured by Honda. The car was built on the CB chassis. It was introduced in 1990 and featured a new design, which was more conservative and also had a more upscale look. Production for this generation ended in 1993. A unique feature were the optic reflectors with completely clear lenses on the headlamps which replaced the more conventional lens diffuse lightning.

Variants

The fourth generation Honda Accord was available as a two-door coupe or a four-door sedan. The base model was the DX model, followed by the LX and the EX, which was the top of the line model.

The DX and LX models were equipped with a four cylinder 2.2-Liter engine that replaced the 2.0-Liter engine used for the previous generation Accord. This engine produced 125 horsepower and 137 lb-ft of torque. With this engine the Accord reached 60 mph from standstill in 10.6 seconds and a maximum speed of 124 mph. In terms of fuel economy this engine was rated at 31/25.7 mpg city/highway. Transmission choices included the standard five speed manual transmission and the optional four speed automatic transmission.

The EX model was equipped with the same four cylinder 2.2-Liter engine that produced 130 horsepower (a 5 hp increase from the base engine) and 142 lb-ft of torque. The engine could have been mated to the standard five speed manual transmission or to the four speed automatic transmission. Performance with this engine was slightly better, the Accord reaching 0-60 mph in 10 seconds flat and a maximum speed of 126 mph. Fuel economy dropped to 29/24 mpg city/highway.

The base DX model was equipped with all standard catalog features, air conditioning was still optional and cruise control was no longer available. The LX model added air conditioning, power mirrors, power windows, power door locks, optional cruise control, optional traction control and many more. The top of the line EX model was equipped with all LX features and added 15 inch aluminum wheels, premium quality upholstery, a sunroof, a rear stabilizer bar and a 4-speaker stereo cassette. Some EX model were also equipped with an antilock braking system, this was a dealer option only and it was an expensive option at that time. Other dealer installed optional features included a full or half nose mask, fog lights, sunroof visor, window visor, a center armrest, a six disc CD changer and many more.

In 1991 Honda introduced the SE model. The Accord SE was equipped with the same 2.2-Liter engine but power increased. Total output was 140 horsepower and 142 lb-ft of torque. Although the SE had the most powerful engine installed, performance was similar with the EX model. The only available transmission choice was the four speed automatic transmission. This was the first time when the SE model was equipped only with an automatic transmission. Features on the SE model included leather seats and door panels, a leather wrapped steering wheel, and AM/FM Stereo cassette audio system. The SE was only available in two colors choices, Solaris Silver Metallic and Brittany Blue Metallic.

In 1992 the fourth generation received a minor facelift. All engines were revised and the one used on the DX-LX trims gained 15 horsepower and the one on the EX gained a 10 horsepower increase. This increase in power was achieved due to intense modifications to the exhaust system. The SE trim was dropped this year. Other changes included a more rounded front and rear fascia, a new grille, new headlights, new tail lights, updated wheel designs and slightly thinner body side moldings.

Additional information

In 1995 the fourth generation Honda Accord became the second most stolen vehicle in the United States after the 1995 Honda Civic.

There were four official recalls made throughout the years of production. The first recall was in 1991 because the front seatbelt release button could break and the pieces would fall inside.

The second recall was also made in 1991 and it marked the wagon variant sold in Europe and Japan. The problem was that the improperly attached washer in cargo area light may have fallen inside during assembly. This could cause a short circuit and even fire.

The third recall was made in 1992 because left seatbelt assembly on some cars were installed on the right side, making the seatbelt unusable.

The last recall was made in 1993 and it was again for wagon variants. The rear outside seatbelts may lock up in angles other than those required by federal standard and this may cause injuries in sudden stops or accidents.