1989 Honda Accord DX Sedan
THF91251 / 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
Creators
Place of Creation
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
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