The 1988 Honda Accord is a midsized car produced as part of what many consider the "third generation" of Accords, which were manufactured from 1986 to 1989. The body style was introduced in Japan in 1985 and in North America and Europe in 1986. It was available in most of the world's automobile markets. According to a 1997 Honda press release, the car's name comes from Honda's wish for "accord ... between people, society and the automobile." The word "accord" is a synonym for harmony. The Accord also has a reputation for reliability; Car and Driver has named Accord to its 10Best ranking 24 times, including the 1988 model.
Engine and Power Information
The '88 Honda Accord offered several engine configurations and sizes. The I4 (inline four) engine was available in a 1.6-, 1.8- and 2.0-liter size. Horsepower ratings were 88 for the 1.6, 100-113 for the 1.8 and 98-133 for the 2.0.
Transmissions
The transmission choices on the Accord varied according to the cost of the car. The lowest-priced configurations offered a four-speed automatic. A four-speed automatic with overdrive was available for a higher price. The performance-minded individual could select a five-speed manual with overdrive.
Wheelbase
The wheelbase is the length of the space between the centers of the front and rear wheels. The1988 Accord wheelbase measured 102.4 inches.
Car Height
The height of the car varies depending on the style of the vehicle. The hatchback was 52.6 inches tall; the sedan, 53.4 inches, and the coupe, 52.6 inches.
Car Length
The car's length also varied with the style of the particular car, ranging from 174.8 inches for the hatchback to 179.7 inches for the sedan and coupe.
Car Width
The Accord hatchback and coupe measured 66.7 inches wide, while the sedan was 67.4 inches.
Brakes
Similar to the transmission, the Honda's brakes varied with the price of the automobile. The lowest-cost styles were equipped with the standard front disc brakes with rear drums. The next step up in brakes was the single-piston, four-wheel discs. Buyers of the sportier and more expensive Accords could add dual-piston, four-wheel disc brakes.
Fuel Economy
When driving in the city, with its numerous stops and starts, the 1988 Honda Accord averaged 25 miles per gallon. In highway driving, the car managed 30 miles per gallon.
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