Be gentle, this is my first post.

Well, I'm looking to buy a 97-98 Integra and I just want to get some research in before I buy so I know I'm getting what I want. So my big question is what is the difference between the GSR, GS, LS, RS? I'm pretty sure I remember something about a factory racing suspension being on one of them. Also, where do the Vtec engines and the Type R's come in to the picture?

I look forward to making more posts here and when I find the Integra for me I'll be changing my name. I'll never forget the first time I knew I wanted an integra, watching speed vision as an integra team blew away the bmw's. As I started looking into it I realized it was a car that was in my price range, so a few months ago I test drove my first integra and fell in love with the car all over again. I cant wait to find mine out there. Oh well, just wanted to give you a little background. I'll be coming back here asking alot of questions and this seems to be the place to get good advice.




[Modified by Integraless, 9:10 PM 8/20/2001]

 

http://www.team-integra.net/ti/faq/model.asp

 

Stock configurations

Acura Integra, LS:
Cloth Interior
Power moonroof
Cruise Control
Engine - 1.8-liter, 4-cylinder, 16 valve, DOHC (Dual Over Head Cam)
Horsepower, SAE NET - 140 hp @ 6300 rpm

Acura Integra, GS:
Leather-appointed interior
Power moonroof
Cruise Control
Aerodynamic body-colored rear spoiler with brakelight
Engine - 1.8-liter, 4-cylinder, 16 valve, DOHC
Horsepower, SAE NET - 140 hp @ 6300 rpm

Acura Integra, GS-R:
Leather-appointed interior
Power moonroof
Cruise Control
Aerodynamic body-colored rear spoiler with brakelight
Engine - 1.8-liter, 4-cylinder, 16 valve, DOHC with VTEC™
Horsepower, SAE NET - 170 hp @ 7600 rpm
Close ratio 5 speed transmission
Upgraded sports suspension

And the limited production Type-R:
Unique Type-R Upholstery
Engine - 1.8-liter, 4-cylinder, 16 valve, DOHC with VTEC™
Horsepower, SAE NET - 195 hp @ 8000rpm
Type-R sports suspension
Type-R close ratio 5 speed transmission
LSD (Limited Slip Differential)
Limited # made in North America
Overall racetrack ready sports car

 

really depends on how much you can spend.....i was in the same situation as you 8 months ago when i first really got into the honda/acura imports, and after 7 months of questions i bought a 96 integra SE a few weeks ago. I wanted a GSR but couldn't afford it, so this was my next best bet, i love it, and look forward to building the engine. trust me, with an acura, you'll have the time of your life on the road....

 

'98 was the first year that you didn't have a cloth option.
'97 it was an option. so if you are like me and want the GSR, but no leather, you have to find a 97 and down, or find some aftermarket seats.