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Sixth Generation Civic

Beginning in 1997, Honda produced the first iteration of Civic to receive the “Type-R” appellation (applied first to the Integra Type-R), with the EK9 chassis Civic Type-R. The Civic Type-R had a maximum output in the range of 189 PS JIS (185 hp/132 kW), increased over the more common 160 PS (158 hp/118 kW) B16A engine in the SiR/VTi models, and included various alterations to the chassis to improve handling and reduce weight (such as better welding of the frame, and removal of the radio and noise-suppressing materials).

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Fifth Generation Civic

The fifth generation Civic had a more wedge-shaped body and the wheelbase was increased to 257 cm (101.3 inches) for the two-door hatchback and 262 cm(103.2 inches) for the four-door sedan. The wagon was also dropped.

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Fifth Generation Accord

Fifth Generation (1994 – 1997)
In 1994, the fifth generation Accord was released based on the “CD” chassis. With styling cues again borrowed from the Honda Prelude as in 1986, the Accord gained overall size and was now classified as a “mid-size” automobile. It was also a break from the previous generation’s boxy, rectangular shape. The [...] Read more »

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Fourth Generation Accord

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.

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