1992 Honda Accord

Introduction:

The 1992 Honda Accord is a mid-size sedan that was offered with a choice of two engines and two transmissions. The base engine was a 2.2-liter four-cylinder that produced 130 horsepower and 142 lb-ft of torque. The optional engine was a 3.0-liter V6 that produced 160 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque. Both engines were available with either a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission.

The Accord was praised for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and spacious interior. However, it was also criticized for its lack of power and its uninspired handling.

Engine

2.2-liter Four-Cylinder

Issue: Head gasket failure Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks, overheating, white smoke from exhaust Solution: Replace head gasket Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500 Recalls: None Found

3.0-liter V6

No Issues Found

Transmission

Five-Speed Manual

No Issues Found

Four-Speed Automatic

Issue: Transmission slipping Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, loss of power Solution: Replace transmission Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,000 Recalls: None Found

Suspension

No Issues Found

Electrical

No Issues Found

Exterior

No Issues Found

Interior

Issue: Power window failure Description/Symptoms: Window does not move up or down Solution: Replace window motor Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300 Recalls: None Found

Summary:

The 1992 Honda Accord is a reliable and fuel-efficient car. However, it is not without its problems. The most common issues include head gasket failure on the 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine and transmission slipping on the four-speed automatic transmission. These issues can be expensive to fix, so it is important to be aware of them before buying an Accord.