1989 Honda Accord DX Sedan

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Artifact Overview

Honda introduced its Accord in 1976 as a compact car. It was economical, well-built, and fun to drive. Over the years Accords got bigger, and by 1989 they could accommodate families. In 1989 Accord became the first Japanese nameplate to become the bestselling car in the United States. Ironically, many Accords, including this one, were built at Honda's plant in Marysville, Ohio.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Automobile

Date Made

1989

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America

Object ID

2011.197.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Metal
Glass (Material)
Rubber (Material)
Plastic
Cloth

Color

Gold (Color)
Dark brown

Inscriptions

Decals on trunk edge: HONDA / H / ACCORD On hubs, center hood decal: H

Specifications

Make & Model: 1989 Honda Accord sedan
Maker: American Honda Motor Company, Gardena, California
Engine: inline-4, overhead cam, 119 cubic inches
Transmission: 4-speed automatic
Height: 53.5 inches
Wheelbase: 102.5 inches
Width: 67.5 inches
Overall length: 180 inches
Weight: 2579 pounds
Horsepower: 98 at 5500 revolutions per minute
Pounds per horsepower: 26.3
Price: $13,460
Average 1989 wage: $22,568 per year
Time you'd work to buy this car: about 7-1/2 months