420A Options

[90GSX]

I may be looking for a newer daily driver, and i want to stay in the DSM world so i may get a 2G N/A. I know all about the 7 bolt crankwalk, but what about the 420A motors? Are they a pretty decent platform motor to throw a turbo at later on in the future? I think Temp Me 96 has one. what kind of difference is there between the mitsu and chrysler motor powerwise or reliablity?

[90GSX]

I really only would want a 2G cause they look good, but i know of the crankwalk and i would have to do the 6 bolt conversion, so i will save that as a after college project car. But do you think 2 grand is crazy for a 94 1.8 auto laser with a rebuilt tranny, head redone, new water pump, starter, distributer, complete tune up, new timing belt, and a good body with a sunroof? I think i can find someone (not familier with the DSM world) that would give me that much. But it may be wishful thinking. I know i need to save up some cash before i sell my laser to get an AWD. I figure i need about 3500 for a running AWD, 92 - 94 (6 bolt only though) with a 5 speed. Damn if my insurance wasnt an issue, i could just borrow the whole amount and screw saving up, but i dont want to pay 200+ a month for such an older car. I guess what i meant about the fwd thing was that they are fine for straightline driving, but i have drove across the state of illinios two times in snow so far this year and it totally sucks cause it gets squirrely in the curves and i assume an AWD is much more stable. I guess even driving in town and going around corners it slides way to easily.