Owned too many converted civics! B16A is a blast. If you're wanting the VTEC NA feel, it will definitely satisfy.
Keep in mind that a B16A EG with I/H/E mods will make 80 - 95 fwkW.
My B18C7 EG with those mods makes 128fwkW.
Sure a turbo conv will get you more, but I'd be interested in the track, hillclimb or real-world perf diff b/w EG's with the B18CR and the B16ATurbo.
I doubt the extra power would translate into better times (except down the strip) and I'm near certain they would not translate into better feel, better fun, or better dynamics!
The turbo car will definietely require a bigger pile of cash to set up - even without susp, clutch, chassis specs for a high-powered boosted car needing traction!
We have a Turbo Subie that is quicker in a straight line, off the mark and on the roll than my EG, but point to point, seat-of-the-pants, and driver's delight??? No contest!
I don't ever want to part with it!
(Plus - cost of resale - turbo will harder to get your money back! Look at what prices these respective cars go for...)
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