Honda Civic (second generation)
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| Manufacturer | Honda |
|---|---|
| Production | 1980-1983 |
| Assembly | Suzuka, Japan East London, South Africa |
| Body style(s) | 3-door hatchback 4-door sedan 5-door hatchback 5-door station wagon |
| Layout | FF layout |
| Engine(s) | 1.3 L EJ ? CVCC I4 1.5 L EM CVCC I4 |
| Transmission(s) | 4-speed manual 5-speed manual 2-speed Hondamatic automatic 3-speed Hondamatic automatic |
| Wheelbase | 88.6 in.(225 cm) 91.3 in (232 cm)(wagon) |
| Length | 146.9 in. (373 cm) |
| Related | Triumph Acclaim Honda Ballade |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The 1980 Civic debuted with a more angular shape, increased engine power, and larger dimensions in all models. The wheelbase now measured 88.6 inches (225 cm) for the hatchback (the two-door "sedan" was dropped) and 91.3 inches (232 cm) for the wagon. All Civic engines now used the CVCC design; the base 1335 cc ("1300") engine made 55 hp (41 kW), while the 1488 cc ("1500") engine produced 67 hp (50 kW). Three transmissions were offered: a four-speed manual (on base models), a five-speed manual and a two-speed automatic.[1]
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The Civic 1300 and 1500 came in base and DX versions, and the latter featured a five-speed manual transmission, partial cloth seats, carpet, rear window defroster, intermittent wipers, and a cigar lighter. The 1500 GL added radial tires, a rear window wiper/washer, tachometer, clock, and body side moldings. The Civic wagon came in a single version that was similar to the DX trim level.[1]
In 1980 a "3-box" four-door sedan debuted, as did a three-speed automatic transmission that replaced the aging two-speed unit. Rectangular headlamps and black bumpers appeared on the 1982 Civic. A new highly efficient gasoline-sipping I4 model, the five-speed "FE" (Fuel Economy) was introduced and was rated at Template:Convert/mpgus in the city and Template:Convert/mpgus on the highway.[1] The slogan for 1983 was We Make It Simple. Even the standard 1500 cc model achieves Template:Convert/mpgus city, and Template:Convert/mpgus highway when driven Template:Convert/mi/h, the maximum U.S. speed limit at the time (California mileage ratings). It was produced in Mercedes-Benz plant in East London, South Africa and sold as the Honda Ballade.
The sport-oriented Civic "S" was introduced and replaced the 1500 GL in 1983 and was fitted with firmer suspension (with rear stabilizer bar) and 165/70R13 Michelin tires. A red accent encircled the S and set it apart from other Civics as well as a black grille and blackout paint around the window frames.
In Europe a model called the Ballade which was based on the saloon version of this vehicle but with different styling, was available badged as a Triumph Acclaim[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Generations". Edmunds. http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Features/articleId=68272. Retrieved on 2006-11-05.
