Honda L-series

URI: https://gptkb.org/entity/Honda_L-series
GPTKB entity
Properties (47)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf automobile engine
gptkbp:application gptkb:Honda_Civic
gptkbp:compressionRatio varies by model
gptkbp:coolingSystem water-cooled
gptkbp:displacement 1.5 L to 2.0 L
gptkbp:drivetrain SOHC or DOHC
16 valves
gptkbp:emissionsStandard varies by region
gptkbp:engine cast iron
front-engine
distinctive
approximately 300 lbs
transverse
overhead camshaft
L15B7T
L15,_L16,_L17,_L18,_L19,_L20
gptkbp:engineConfiguration ECU controlled
gptkbp:engineType naturally aspirated
gptkbp:fuel_capacity good
4.5 quarts
gptkbp:fuelType gasoline
carbureted or fuel injected
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Honda L-series
gptkbp:introduced 1983
gptkbp:isMarketedAs strong
gptkbp:issues head gasket failure
gptkbp:maintenance relatively easy
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Honda
gptkbp:market global
gptkbp:material aluminum
gptkbp:notable_feature high-revving nature
gptkbp:notableDrivers gptkb:Honda_CR-V
gptkbp:performances 200,000 miles or more
L15B7, L15B7T
gptkbp:powerOutput up to 130 hp
gptkbp:predecessor Honda_A-series
gptkbp:produces 2001
gptkbp:productionYears 1980s to 2000s
gptkbp:purpose compact cars
gptkbp:related_engine gptkb:Honda_F-series
Honda_L-series_family
gptkbp:setting inline-4
gptkbp:successor Honda_D-series
gptkbp:timePeriod yes
gptkbp:torque up to 130 lb-ft
gptkbp:tuning high
popular among enthusiasts