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Originally Posted by JSH
Which shows how much of a value cars are today. Automakers have successfully held prices below the rate of inflation for decades while making them exponentially better.
A 1994 Honda Accord LX sedan had an 86 hp 1.8L 4 cylinder mated to a 4 speed auto. It averaged only 24 mpg. All this for $9,941 ($29,046 in 2023 dollars)
A 2024 Honda Civic LX has a 158 hp 2.0L 4 cylinder with a CVT. It is 17% larger than that 84 Accord. It averages 33 mpg and has all sorts of technology and safety features not even imagined on something like a 1984 Mercedes S-Class. All for the low price of $23,950.
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You mean 1984 Honda Accord, correct?
The only downfall is the loss of the cuteness factor (and the loss of the ability to park it in New York City).
Well, that and the fact that we may have more things to compete for our hard earned money these days. It's good to have a priority list.