When you are planning to buy a used car, there are many things that you should look for, but the engine that will make it more powerful is the most important one. It should be able to run at a high enough speed to meet your expectations, and it should be able to handle the right level of fuel. There are two types of engine to choose from: the 1.8L engine and the 1.7L engine.
1.8L
The 1.8L Acura Integra is one of the best-selling midsize cars in the world, and it features a high-quality engine that will fit the needs of the most demanding drivers. It is available in both VTEC and non-VTEC varieties, with a variety of modifications ranging from internals to heads. The B20 has a long intake manifold and small exhaust mani, and it is capable of putting out 130-145 horsepower and 140 ft-lbs of torque. Its redline is 6,800 RPM.
The B18A1 engine was the first engine seen in the 1990-1993 Acura Integra RS/LS/GS. This non-VTEC 1.8L engine produced 130 horsepower in the 1990s and 140 horsepower in 1992 and 1993. The engine was updated to the B18B1 in 1994, which was used in the Integra RS/LS/GS. It was a very popular engine swap candidate for the Integra, and became known as the LS swap.
Another variant of the B16A engine appeared in the third-generation Integra GS-R. This engine was replaced by the owner of this GS-R, who decided that the factory-supplied B16A was insufficient for his needs. The Japanese-market B16A was also used in the Honda Civic SiR/SiRII chassis from 1992 to 1995. It had a slightly higher 10.4:1 compression ratio. Moreover, it was used in the European and American markets in the Civic VTi and Honda CRX del Sol.
In the case of the B18A1 engine, it produces 132 HP and 121 lb-ft of torque. Its redline is 6,500 RPM. The B18A1 engine’s high-performance cylinder barrels, camshafts, and fuel injectors are upgraded and have a higher compression ratio.
The B-series Honda engine is a highly popular automotive engine, with many JDM Honda vehicles running on it. It is a reliable engine that can handle high-performance modifications. Its 1.6, 1.7, and 2.0 liter variants are available with a VTEC system. In addition to being reliable, the B-series engine also has a high redline.
1.7L
When you are looking to buy a used Acura Integra with a B20 engine, you should know that this engine is not the same as the older 1.6L versions. This engine has a different design, so it is advisable to check with the car manufacturer first before purchasing it. The B20 engine is an in-line four-cylinder engine with a displacement of 1.7L. It was first used in the 1992-93 Integra GS-R. It produced 170 horsepower at 7,600 rpm and 117 ft-lbs of torque at 8,000 rpm. While this engine was not used in other models, it was the donor engine for the LS/VTEC swap later.
The B18 engine is the most common of the B-Series. It came in two forms: non-VTEC and VTEC. The B18A was first used in the 1990-1993 Prelude and Integra, and later was followed by the B18B1. It had a displacement of 1.8L and produced 126 hp and 128 ft-lbs of torque.
Another engine that you can use is the B16A6 engine from the 1996-2000 Honda Civic. This engine is a Japanese spec engine with a 10.8:1 compression ratio. It puts out 185 hp at 8,200 rpm and 118 ft-lbs of torque at 7,500 rpm. This engine is popular for swapping and is a good option for people who want to add more power to their Civic.