An efficient engine that knows how to perform.
A spacious interior that knows how to pamper. Is it any wonder why some people buy Accords again and again, and again?

"...this is one of the best affordable small sedans we can think of. If pure efficiency is your goal, this is your car."
(CAR AND DRIVER, 1996 Buyer's Guide)
 

Accord Sedan1996
 
Engine Accord DX
Sedan		 Accord LX
Sedan		 Accord EX
Sedan		 Accord LX V-6
Sedan		 Accord EX V-6
Sedan
Type: Aluminum-Alloy In-Line 4 * * * V-6 V-6
Displacement (cc) 2156 2156 2156 2675 2675
Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net) 130 @ 5300 130 @ 5300 145 @ 5500 170 @ 5600 170 @ 5600
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) 139 @ 4200 139 @ 4200 147 @ 4500 165 @ 4500 165 @ 4500
Compression Ratio 8.8:1 8.8:1 8.8:1 9.0:1 9.0:1
Valve Train: 16-Valve SOHC * * VTEC 24-valve 24-valve
Fuel System: Multi-Point
Programmed Fuel Injection		 * * * * *
Ignition System: Electronic * * * * *
Drivetrain Accord DX
Sedan		 Accord LX
Sedan		 Accord EX
Sedan		 Accord LX V-6
Sedan		 Accord EX V-6
Sedan
Type: Front-Wheel Drive * * * * *
Manual Transmission: 5-Speed * * * NA NA
Automatic Transmission:
4-Speed (available)		 * * * STD STD
Final Drive Ratio (MT/AT) 4.06/4.13 4.06/4.13 4.06/4.13 NA/4.53 NA/4.53
Body/Suspension/Chassis Accord DX
Sedan		 Accord LX
Sedan		 Accord EX
Sedan		 Accord LX V-6
Sedan		 Accord EX V-6
Sedan
Body Type: Unit Body * * * * *
Suspension: 4-Wheel Double Wishbone * * * * *
Stabilizer Bar (mm, front/rear) 22.2/NA 22.2/NA 27.2/15.0 25.0/15.0 25.0/15.0
Steering Type: Power Rack-and-Pinion * * * * *
Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft.) 36.1 36.1 36.1 36.7 36.7
Front Disc/Rear Drum Brakes * * NA NA NA
4-Wheel Disc Brakes with ABS NA Available * * *
Wheels 14" 15" 15" Alloy 15" 15" Alloy
w/Full Covers w/Full Covers w/Full Covers
Tires: All-Season P185/70 R14 87S P185/65 R15 88S
Michelin
MX4		 P195/60 R15 88H
Michelin
MX4		 P205/60 R15 91V
Michelin
MX4		 P205/60 R15 91V
Michelin
MX4
Exterior Dimensions Accord DX
Sedan		 Accord LX
Sedan		 Accord EX
Sedan		 Accord LX V-6
Sedan		 Accord EX V-6
Sedan
Wheelbase (in.) 106.9 106.9 106.9 106.9 106.9
Length (in.) 185.6 185.6 185.6 188.4 188.4
Height (in.) 55.1 55.1 55.1 55.3 55.3
Width (in.) 70.1 70.1 70.1 70.1 70.1
Track (in., front/rear) 59.6/59.1 59.6/59.1 59.6/59.1 59.6/59.1 59.6/59.1
Curb Weight (lbs., MT/AT) 2855/2921 2899/2965 3020/3086 NA/3219 NA/3285
Interior Dimensions Accord DX
Sedan		 Accord LX
Sedan		 Accord EX
Sedan		 Accord LX V-6
Sedan		 Accord EX V-6
Sedan
Headroom (in., front/rear) 39.4/37.6 39.4/37.6 38.4/36.7 39.4/37.6 38.4/36.7
Legroom (in., front/rear) 42.7/34.3 42.7/34.3 42.7/34.3 42.7/34.3 42.7/34.3
Shoulder Room (in., front/rear) 55.7/54.3 55.7/54.3 55.7/54.3 55.7/54.3 55.7/54.3
Hiproom (in., front/rear) 52.6/51.4 52.6/51.4 52.6/51.4 52.6/51.4 52.6/51.4
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.), rear seat up 13.0 13.0 13.0 13.0 13.0
Interior Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 94.7 94.7 92.5 94.7 92.5
Exterior Features Accord DX
Sedan		 Accord LX
Sedan		 Accord EX
Sedan		 Accord LX V-6
Sedan		 Accord EX V-6
Sedan
Power Moonroof * *
Integrated Rear Window Antenna * * * *
Dual Manual Remote-Operated Mirrors *
Body-Colored Dual Power Mirrors * * * *
Body Side Moulding * * Body-Colored * Body-Colored
Impact-Absorbing
Body-Colored Bumpers		 * * * * *
Interior Features Accord DX
Sedan		 Accord LX
Sedan		 Accord EX
Sedan		 Accord LX V-6
Sedan		 Accord EX V-6
Sedan
Dual Airbags (SRS) * * * * *
Leather-Trimmed Seats
and Door Panel Inserts		 Available *
Leather-Wrapped
Steering Wheel		 w/Leather Interior *
Driver's Seat w/Power
Height Adjustment		 *
Driver's Seat Adjustable
Lumbar Support		 * *
Driver's Seat with 6-Way 6-Way 8-Way
Multiple Power Adjustments (w/Leather Interior)
Center Console Armrest
w/Storage Compartment		 * * * * *
Air Conditioning Accessory * * * *
Power Windows with Auto-Down Driver's Window * * * *
Door Locks * * * *
AM/FM High-Power
Stereo Cassette		 Accessory 4x12.5-Watt 4x20-Watt
w/6 Speakers		 4x12.5-Watt 4x20-Watt
w/6 Speakers
Cruise Control * * * *
Map Lights * * * *
Adjustable Front Seat
Belt Anchors		 * * * * *
Adjustable Steering Column * * * * *
Fold-Down Rear Seat-
back with Lock		 * * * * *
Fold-Down Rear Seat
Center Armrest		 * * * *
Trunk Pass-Through with Lock * * * *
Quartz Digital Clock * * * * *
Dual Illuminated Vanity Mirrors Not Illuminated * * * *
Trunk-/Tailgate-Open Warning Light * * * * *
Remote Fuel Filler Door Release * * * * *
Remote Trunk Release with Lock * * * * *
Rear Window
Defroster with Timer		 * * * * *
2-Speed/Variable Intermittent
Windshield Wipers		 Not Variable * * * *
Rear Seat Heater Ducts * * * * *
Low-Fuel Warning Light * * * * *
Maintenance Interval Indicator * * * * *
Exterior/Interior Colors Accord DX
Sedan		 Accord LX
Sedan		 Accord EX
Sedan		 Accord LX V-6
Sedan		 Accord EX V-6
Sedan
Heather Mist Metallic/Ivory * * * * *
Sage Green Metallic/Jade *
Eucalyptus Green Pearl/Jade * * * * *
Sherwood Green Pearl/Ivory * * *
Frost White/Taupe * * *
Frost White/Jade * *
Bordeaux Red Pearl/Gray * *
Flamenco Black Pearl/Gray * * * * *
EPA Mileage Estimates*/
Fuel Capacity		 Accord DX
Sedan		 Accord LX
Sedan		 Accord EX
Sedan		 Accord LX V-6
Sedan		 Accord EX V-6
Sedan
City/Highway
(5-Speed Manual)		 25/32 25/32 25/31 NA NA
City/Highway
(4-Speed Automatic)		 23/31 23/31 23/29 19/25 19/25
Fuel (gal.) 17.0 17.0 17.0 17.0 17.0

 

NA = Not applicable.
*Mileage figures shown for comparison only. Actual mileage may vary.



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