i have searched like woah and havent found the answer. is the b16 better than the b17? im pretty sure it is but im just super curiose .

 

The B16 is considered the most square which means the RS ratio is almost purfect.

 

right thats what i thought ..thanx for the confermation
but do you happen to know what the r/s is for the b17?

 

can anyone answer this cuz im just crazy curiose and the search isnt helpful here

 

Posted by StorminMatt: (link to the thread is not working)

Since it is a DOHC VTEC, it can't be that bad. In fact, it is not bad at all. Actually, this motor is fairly similar to the B16A. It uses the same head assembly and block. Only the crank, rods, and (probably) pistons are different. Simply put, it is a B16A that has been stroked to 1.7 liters. Its compression ratio is also slightly lower. Power output is the same 160HP as the B16A. But naturally, you get more torque due to the larger displacement (117ft-lb vs 111ft-lb). The rod ratio is not as good as the B16A (about 1.62:1 vs 1.74:1). But 1.62:1 is still pretty good for a Honda motor. If you get the motor with the transmission, you get a very nice transmission - the YS1. But the main problem with this motor is its rareness and cost.


The search is only as helpful as you make it.

 

now thats the kind of post i was lookin for thanx alot man right on the money

 

yep the B17A R/S ratio is about 1.61-1.62.

better than the B18C by a bit but not as good as the 1.74 on the B16A.

the B17A uses more crank stroke and shorter rod length, which results in the worse R/S ratio. but a good motor altogether.