That is too low for a '96 with a 4-cylinder. I would have it diagnosed, maybe a sensor or something is out of whack. Check your sparkplugs, wires, other ignition stuff too. Heck, take it to tunex as a last resort. Something is wrong unless you are towing a trailer with your Accord (haha! :lmao: ).

 

stick with your normal airbox and buy a reuseable K&N filter. if thats too much money for you i can understand, just buy a new air filter.

air filters are commonly overlooked, i replace mine almost every other oil change in my teg and have replaced my sisters twice.