When Honda introduced its new Accord model in 1989, potential buyers previewed what looked like an all-new car. Gone were the pop-up headlights and the angular wedge shape, replaced by softer corners, integrated headlights, and an overall extremely attractive package. The Accord had become the best-selling car in America, so Honda had a lot to live up to with the next iteration to retain its title. Fortunately, it did just that.
Significant upgrades went into the new car. The engine displacement was brought up to 2.2 liters and the valves-per-cylinder doubled from two to four. Furthermore, all Accords were now fuel-injected with Honda’s remarkable PGM-Fi electronic injection system. The car was also stretched by seven inches and practically everything had been reworked from scratch. This generation was the first designed and built specifically with the American market in mind, and it was the last Honda effort that was led by engineering. As a result, they ended up with an impeccably built car that was attractive and enjoyable to drive — even if it cost too much to make.
Driving a fourth-generation Accord reveals a car that feels rock solid and fun to drive. The interior is ergonomic and comfortable, and the quality can be felt throughout. There are few, if any, common problems with these cars, many of which went 100,000 miles without any repairs. While the styling is conservative, it is still an attractive car. While new Accords are more sophisticated, larger, and faster, this generation may still be the best Honda ever made.
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