1994-1997 Honda Accord: Technical Specifications

The new generation of 4-cylinder Accord engine, both the 130- and 145-horsepower units, feel smooth and refined. But naturally, their sporty manners are only fully realized when mated to the 5-speed manual. The automatic tends to feel lethargic when a burst of acceleration is needed. It tends to pause longer than necessary before downshifting and occasionally changes gears with a shudder. But the most important powertrain change in Accord history occurred in 1995 with the addition of a 24-valve, 2.7-liter V6 engine. Although there is not a huge difference in acceleration between the 4-cylinder and V6 models, the V6 is noticeably quieter smoother. Consumer Guide editors clocked the V6 Accord at 8.9 seconds to 60 mph, compared to 9.6 seconds for an EX equipped with the 145--horsepower 4 cylinder equipped with an automatic. There is ample passing power with the V6.