Hey,

another option you might not have considered, is at the lower end of the performance spectrum but has potential.

B20 engine (from CRV's) and b16/b18 gearbox.

If you're source parts piece-meal and can pick up a b16/b18 gearbox cheap, then you might consider this.

CRV engines are b18 (not type R) block with a bigger bore. Siamesed cylinder liners. Has issues as a performance unit but the extra displacement can't be dismissed in a stock configuration.

MIght be a bit more available as B16/B18c are rarer.

Can't use CRV gearbox cause it's 4WD, obviously....


Nick.