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History of the Honda Accord
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The First Accord
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1976 1st
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First released with a low-emissions, high-mileage spec, to respond to energy crises and emissions regulations, the original ACCORD fulfilled demands for ??Space, Driving Comfort and Style?
Originally released as 1600 Hatchback version
4 door saloon added in 1977
[ Awards ]
Won Car of the Year award (organized by Motor Fan Magazine) in 1976.
Won Car of the Year award (under $5,000 class, organized by Road Test Magazine) in 1977
Won Australian Car of the Year (organized by Wheels Magazine) in 1977
Won US Car of the Year award (under $5,000class, organized by Car & Driver Magazine) in 1977
Wone One of the Best 10 Cars award in the US, 1978, in the Under$5,000 Sedan category (organized by Road & Truck Magazine)
[ Main Technologies ]
CVCCEngine
Hondamatic with overdrive
CVCC-II Engine
Speed-responsive power steering
Safety indicators |
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1981 2nd
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Aiming for the peak of quality for compact car, the mechanics, exterior, interior and finish all represent a concentration of quality
Sold as the ACCORD Vigour series
[ Overseas Rollout ]
In 1982, the ACCORD became the first Japanese car to be locally manufactured when production began in Ohio, USA.
[ Awards ]
The ACCORD became the best selling Japanese car by name in the US in 1982 (a record which was maintained for 15 years until 1996)
No. 1 Japanese Car in 1983 European Car of the Year.
[ Main Technologies ]
Cruise control
Auto leveling suspension
4 speed full automatic
12-valve cross-flow engine
4-wheel anti-lock brakes
Lockable Hondamatic 4 speed full automatic
Electronically controlled fuel injection system PGM-FI |
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1985 3rd
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Developed with a stylish aeroshape and a spacious interior, to give a sporty impression from any angle. Creates a new sense of value.
Introduction of aerodeck
CA Series added in 1987
Sales of imported US-made ACCORD Coupe began in 1988
[ Awards ]
Won Japan Car of the Year in 1985 & 1986 (organized by the Japan Car of the Year Organizing Committee)
[ Main Technologies ]
Retractable headlights
2.0L DOHC and 1.8L DOHC engine
First 4-wheel double wishbone suspension in the FF Class
3 channel digitally controlled 4 wheel anti-lock brakes
4 wheel disc brakes |
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1989 4th
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Amid much discussion of the requirements for a small sedan during the 1990s, Honda takes a close look at the basic functions of a car and entirely redevelops the ACCORD into a sedan that prioritizes humans.
Introduced as the ACCORD Ascot Series
Sales of imported US-made ACCORD Wagon began in 1991
Sales of imported, US-made ACCORD Sedans began in 1992, on a limited basis.
[ Awards ]
No. 1 selling passenger car by name in the USA during 1989 (record maintained through to 1991)
US Ten Best Cars award 1991 (organized by Car & Driver Magazine, award received continuously since 1982)
[ Main Technologies ]
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Internal secondary balancer fitted to engine
SRS drivers? airbag system |
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1993 5th
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Proposes a new relationship between people and society incorporating everything that could be required of a next-generation sedan, from world-class safety standards, low emissions and environmental considerations, and driving enjoyment.
[ Awards ]
Won Japan Car of the Year in 1993 & 1994 (organized by the Japan Car of the Year Organizing Committee)
US Ten Best Cars award 1994 (organized by Car & Driver Magazine)
Won US Imported Car of the Year 1994 (organized by Motor Trend Magazine)
US Ten Best Cars award 1995 (organized by Car & Driver Magazine)
[ Main Technologies ]
2.2L New VTEC engine
2.2 LDOHC VTEC engine
Intelligent 4 speed automatic / prismatic (type II)
SRS driver & front passenger airbag systems
ABS / TCS / LSD |
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1997 6th
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Development of a flexible platform that can be used throughout the world as the basis of models meeting regional needs. Cutting edge sedan and wagon versions with improved driving, safety, and environmental performance.
Introduced as ACCORD Torneo / ACCORD Wagon
ACCORD Euro-R introduced 2000
[ Main Technologies ]
2.0L DOHC VTEC engine
2.0L VTEC engine
2.0L VTEC LEV engine
1.8L VTEC engine
Wagon type 2.3L VTEC engine
5 link double wishbone rear suspension
New EPS (Electric Power Steering) + VGR(Variable Stearing Gear Ratio)
VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist System)
Manual mode 4 speed AT (S-matic)
First ever Irregular Driving Detection function incorporated |
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Bruce Conley / Honda Mall of Georgia
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