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The name Del Sol is Spanish for 'of the Sun'. The Civic Del Sol was introduced by Honda shortly after their small, sporty, two-door-seater CRX ceased production. The Civic Del Sol was a fun little convertible sports car that had the appearance of a mid-engined supercar but retained the traditional front-engined and front-wheel drive configuration. It was based on the reliable Honda Civic and the standard 'S' featured a 1.5 liter SOHC 16-valve four-cylinder engine. The 'Si' version was equipped with a 1.6 liter SOHC four-cylinder engine with VTEC technology. The 1.5 liter engine produced just over 100 horsepower while the 'Si' version was good for 125 horsepower. Thirteen inch wheels came standard on the 'S' version while the 'Si' rode on fourteen inch alloys.
The highlight of the Del Sol was its removable hardtop that stowed in the trunk while the rear window was retractable, enhancing the convertible sensation. Even with the hardtop in the trunk, there was still cargo room for luggage. To make the Del Sol appear even sportier, Honda offered a rear spoiler. The other optional equipment was floor mats. Standard equipment included cruise control, anti-sway bar, and power side mirrors.
The Del Sol was instantly popular. For 1994 Honda increased the performance by offering a Del Sol VTEC which came equipped with a 1.6 liter DOHC B-Series engine that produced 160 horsepower. Safety was improved with the introduction of ABS standard on the VTEC version. 4-wheel disc brakes and dual airbags were standard on the Si version.
For 1995, Honda made the Del Sol its own model series. Little was changed both mechanically and aesthetically from the prior years. Minor improvements such as low fuel indicator light and new seat materials were just some of the changes. Little was changed for the following year. The bumpers were restyled slightly to eliminate faulty auxiliary lighting problems. The base S model engine was enlarged to 1.6 liters and gained four horsepower. The Si saw a small boost in power as well, now producing 127 horsepower.
1997 was the final year of production for the Del Sol. The Del Sol had a successful career, lasting from 1993 through 1997 in the United States. In other countries, production lasted from 1992 through 1998. The 160 horsepower engine provided ample power for the small car and with the convertible feature; the car was fun to drive. It was plagued with problems such as a leaking roof and faulty auxiliary lighting that had its bulbs burn out rather quickly. In total less than 75,000 examples were produced for the American market.
By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2005
The highlight of the Del Sol was its removable hardtop that stowed in the trunk while the rear window was retractable, enhancing the convertible sensation. Even with the hardtop in the trunk, there was still cargo room for luggage. To make the Del Sol appear even sportier, Honda offered a rear spoiler. The other optional equipment was floor mats. Standard equipment included cruise control, anti-sway bar, and power side mirrors.
The Del Sol was instantly popular. For 1994 Honda increased the performance by offering a Del Sol VTEC which came equipped with a 1.6 liter DOHC B-Series engine that produced 160 horsepower. Safety was improved with the introduction of ABS standard on the VTEC version. 4-wheel disc brakes and dual airbags were standard on the Si version.
For 1995, Honda made the Del Sol its own model series. Little was changed both mechanically and aesthetically from the prior years. Minor improvements such as low fuel indicator light and new seat materials were just some of the changes. Little was changed for the following year. The bumpers were restyled slightly to eliminate faulty auxiliary lighting problems. The base S model engine was enlarged to 1.6 liters and gained four horsepower. The Si saw a small boost in power as well, now producing 127 horsepower.
1997 was the final year of production for the Del Sol. The Del Sol had a successful career, lasting from 1993 through 1997 in the United States. In other countries, production lasted from 1992 through 1998. The 160 horsepower engine provided ample power for the small car and with the convertible feature; the car was fun to drive. It was plagued with problems such as a leaking roof and faulty auxiliary lighting that had its bulbs burn out rather quickly. In total less than 75,000 examples were produced for the American market.
By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2005
Manufactured by Honda in July of 1972, the two-door sedan Honda Civic was small and compact yet filled with vast interior space.
Rated as Motor Trend's Import Car of the Year for 1980, the Civic achieved status on Car and Driver magazine's annual Ten Best lists six time from 1985 to 1996. At the 2006 North American International Auto show (NAIAS) Car of the Year awards, the Civic took home the North American Car of the Year title.
The first-year civic came with an estimated 50 horsepower, and a 1,169 cc inline four-cylinder engine. Weighing only about 1,500 pounds, the Civic came with 0.71 horsepower per cubic inch. The Civic came with a transverse engine, and 1169 cc engine with front wheel drive and a wheelbase of 220 cm.
Sold as either a four-speed manual or two speed, this vehicle typically came with a A radio, heater, plastic trim, painted steel rims with a chromed wheel nut cap and two-speed wipers.
Eventually becoming more luxurious, the updated Civic comes with satellite-linked navigation, power lock and windows and as a six-speed manual.
Before 1973, Honda was better known for producing motorcycles than vehicles. It was the arrival of the Civic that turned around the Honda opinion and its predilection for vehicle production. Achieving more than 40 mpg on the highway, this small car had room for four passengers.
Available in either a 3-door hatchback or a sedan version, this vehicles were identical except for their rear options. The sedan offered a small vertical panel that opened and provided access to the ‘trunk'.
Arriving with standard options such as power front disc brakes, reclining bucket seats, woodgrain-accented dashboard and vinyl seating, the options were minimal butincluded air conditioning, automatic transmission, rear wipers (in the hatchback) and radial tires. The hatchback also included a fold-down rear seat, cloth upholstery and an AM radio.
Honda Civic's have always represented dependability and a good value for the price. At a base price of around $2,200, the Civc was considered to be practical and ecconomical without any pretenses.
Nearly two years after its release, the engine expanded to 1,237 cc and available horsepower when from 50 to 52. The bumpers on the Civic also grew longer along with its overall length to 146.9 inches to meet the 5-mph bumper impact standard.
A design that promoted cleaner and more efficient combustion, the CVCC (Controlled Vortex Combustion Chamber) was introduced in 1975 and eliminated the need for a catalytic convertor or unleaded fuel to meet emission standards. This new engine offered 53-horsepower displaced 1, 499 cc.
In 1975 a manual 5-speed manual gear box also became available at the same time as the Civic station wagon was released. The station wagon measured an overall length of 160 inches and had a wheelbase of 89.9 inches and came with the new CVCC engine.
In this same year, Civic sales ranked a whopping 100,000 units.
With an increase of the CVCC engine to 60 horsepower, 1978 models had new black grilles, new turn signals and rear-facing hood vents.
The 1980 Civic came with a sleek body that had an increased wheelbase at 88.6 inches for the Hatchback and 91.3 inches for the wagon. At the same time, the ‘sedan' version was no longer produced.
In 1981, a four-door sedan was introduced, and at the same time the rudimentary two-speed unit was replaced by a more modern three-speed automatic. The following year the five-speed ‘FE' (Fuel Economy) was released and achieved 41 mpg in the city, and 55 mpg on the highway. Updated features included rectangular headlamps and black bumpers.
In 1984 the Civic began to expand in size, and also became more advanced and sophisticated in terms of design. A new 1.5 liter-engine with 12 valves and 76 horsepower came on the newly released Civic.
Civic's strong reputation as a reliable and dependable vehicle continued through the years. Popularity for Honda vehicles continued to rise and their annual sales topped 200,000.By Jessica Donaldson
For more information and related vehicles, click hereRated as Motor Trend's Import Car of the Year for 1980, the Civic achieved status on Car and Driver magazine's annual Ten Best lists six time from 1985 to 1996. At the 2006 North American International Auto show (NAIAS) Car of the Year awards, the Civic took home the North American Car of the Year title.
The first-year civic came with an estimated 50 horsepower, and a 1,169 cc inline four-cylinder engine. Weighing only about 1,500 pounds, the Civic came with 0.71 horsepower per cubic inch. The Civic came with a transverse engine, and 1169 cc engine with front wheel drive and a wheelbase of 220 cm.
Sold as either a four-speed manual or two speed, this vehicle typically came with a A radio, heater, plastic trim, painted steel rims with a chromed wheel nut cap and two-speed wipers.
Eventually becoming more luxurious, the updated Civic comes with satellite-linked navigation, power lock and windows and as a six-speed manual.
Before 1973, Honda was better known for producing motorcycles than vehicles. It was the arrival of the Civic that turned around the Honda opinion and its predilection for vehicle production. Achieving more than 40 mpg on the highway, this small car had room for four passengers.
Available in either a 3-door hatchback or a sedan version, this vehicles were identical except for their rear options. The sedan offered a small vertical panel that opened and provided access to the ‘trunk'.
Arriving with standard options such as power front disc brakes, reclining bucket seats, woodgrain-accented dashboard and vinyl seating, the options were minimal butincluded air conditioning, automatic transmission, rear wipers (in the hatchback) and radial tires. The hatchback also included a fold-down rear seat, cloth upholstery and an AM radio.
Honda Civic's have always represented dependability and a good value for the price. At a base price of around $2,200, the Civc was considered to be practical and ecconomical without any pretenses.
Nearly two years after its release, the engine expanded to 1,237 cc and available horsepower when from 50 to 52. The bumpers on the Civic also grew longer along with its overall length to 146.9 inches to meet the 5-mph bumper impact standard.
A design that promoted cleaner and more efficient combustion, the CVCC (Controlled Vortex Combustion Chamber) was introduced in 1975 and eliminated the need for a catalytic convertor or unleaded fuel to meet emission standards. This new engine offered 53-horsepower displaced 1, 499 cc.
In 1975 a manual 5-speed manual gear box also became available at the same time as the Civic station wagon was released. The station wagon measured an overall length of 160 inches and had a wheelbase of 89.9 inches and came with the new CVCC engine.
In this same year, Civic sales ranked a whopping 100,000 units.
With an increase of the CVCC engine to 60 horsepower, 1978 models had new black grilles, new turn signals and rear-facing hood vents.
The 1980 Civic came with a sleek body that had an increased wheelbase at 88.6 inches for the Hatchback and 91.3 inches for the wagon. At the same time, the ‘sedan' version was no longer produced.
In 1981, a four-door sedan was introduced, and at the same time the rudimentary two-speed unit was replaced by a more modern three-speed automatic. The following year the five-speed ‘FE' (Fuel Economy) was released and achieved 41 mpg in the city, and 55 mpg on the highway. Updated features included rectangular headlamps and black bumpers.
In 1984 the Civic began to expand in size, and also became more advanced and sophisticated in terms of design. A new 1.5 liter-engine with 12 valves and 76 horsepower came on the newly released Civic.
Civic's strong reputation as a reliable and dependable vehicle continued through the years. Popularity for Honda vehicles continued to rise and their annual sales topped 200,000.By Jessica Donaldson
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