Fourth Generation Accord

Fourth Generation (1990 – 1993)

In 1990 the Accord underwent a major redesign based on a larger “CB” chassis (CB7). The more conservative Accord now bears resemblance to the first-generation Acura Legend. All Accords sold in North America now come with a 2.2 liter electronic fuel injected engine standard. The Accord has matured into a larger car now approaching the likes of the Ford Taurus but still given “compact” status. The LX-i and SE-i trims are dropped.
Available trims in the US were DX, LX, and EX. The Canadian Accord trims varied slightly from the US models with LX, EX and EX-R. (In some countries, EX stands for ‘Extra’) A 125 HP 4-cylinder engine is offered with the DX and LX trims. Cruise control was dropped for the DX and air conditioning remains a dealer-installed option. The LX keeps the same features as the previous generation including air conditioning, power windows, locks, and mirrors. The EX adds 10 more horsepower due to different exhaust manifold and slightly bigger exhaust piping, 15″ machined aluminum-alloy wheels, sunroof, upgraded upholstery, dual-outlet single exhaust, rear stabilizer bar and a high-power Radio/Cassette. Because of tightened auto maker safety guidelines from The NHTSA all Accords produced for the US come standard with Automatic Seatbelts in the 1990 and 1991 models. These were dropped in the 1992 and 1993 models. This unpopular system automatically engaged the shoulder belt to front seat passengers. A redesigned manual transmission with hydraulic clutch is standard equipment while an all-new electronic controlled 4-speed automatic transmission is optional on all trims. Some new dealer-installed accessories are now offered. They include a single-disc CD player or 6-disc CD changer, fog lights, security system, trunk wing spoiler, trunk lip spoiler, luggage rack, full and half nose mask, center armrest, equalizer, window visors, sunroof visor, car cover, and cockpit cover. Center armrest comes in the 1992 and 1993 models, whereas the 1990 and 1991 had a lower lumbar support instead of the armrest. In 1992 and 1993 models the taillights and bumper lights also changed.

In 1991 Honda unveiled the Accord Wagon, manufactured at the Marysville plant. Exports for Europe, including right hand drive wagons, were made in the United States. The wagon is available only in LX and EX trims and includes a driver’s side airbag as standard equipment. The SE returns to the lineup and includes leather-trimmed upholstery, a 140 hp engine, automatic transmission and Anti-Lock Brakes as standard equipment. The SE is only offered with an automatic and as a sedan in the US. It was offered in two colors: Solaris Silver Metallic with Graphite Black interior and Brittany Blue Metallic with Silky Ivory interior. The SE had both the passenger and the driver airbags standard.

The Accord received a minor facelift for 1992. The SE was dropped again leaving behind its 140 hp engine for the EX model. The Accord loses the automatic
shoulder belts used in 1990-1991. All models now include a standard driver’s side airbag. Anti-Lock Brakes are now standard on the EX. The front and rear facias receive a more rounded and updated look. Coupe and sedan models receive a new grille, new headlights, parking lights, and taillights, slightly thinner body side moulding and updated wheel designs. The coupe taillights resemble those from the 1990-1991 Accord. EX trims include a radio anti-theft function to deter car stereo theft. A driver’s side armrest is now standard on LX and EX models. Some dealer-installed accessories are dropped including the luggage rack, trunk-lip spoiler and cockpit cover. The gold finish kit is added.

In 1993 Honda released the 10th Anniversary Edition sedan marking the 10th year for the Accord’s US production. Essentially an LX trim but with ABS, 4
wheel disc brakes, 15″ alloy wheels, and body colored side moldings with an automatic transmission standard. Only three colors were offered on the 10th Anniversary Edition: Frost White, Granada Black Pearl, and Arcadia Green Pearl. The SE returned for 1993 in both the sedan and coupe. Dual airbags are included the sedan, but not the coupe. A Honda-Bose music system, automatic transmission, leather trim and body colored side moldings are standard. The SE coupe gets a factory wing spoiler. In Canada, the SE comes with heated front seats and heated sideview mirrors. Both the sedan and coupe receive distinctive 15″ alloy wheels as well. All SE sedans in 1991 and 1993 are manufactured in Japan, while all SE coupes in the US. The sedan is available in two colors: Cashmere Silver Metallic and Geneva Green Pearl both with Silky Ivory interior. The coupe is offered with two colors as well: Cashmere Silver Metallic and Atlantis Blue Pearl with Silky Ivory interior. This will be the last year for the high-level SE trim package.

More Accord Information

- First Generation (1976 – 1981)

- Second Generation (1982 – 1985)

- Third Generation (1986 – 1989)

- Fourth Generation (1990-1993)

- Fifth Generation (1994 – 1997)

- Sixth Generation (1998 – 2002)

- Seventh Generation (2003 – 2007)

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